8.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Carlos, Minnesota

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.5/10
Median household income: $85,500
Median home value: $282,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 23%
Owner-occupied homes: 90%

How Carlos compares

Median household income

$86k

102% of Minnesota median

About Schools in Carlos, Minnesota

Carlos, Minnesota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.5 out of 10, schools in Carlos perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Carlos is Carlos Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Carlos is served by 1 school district: ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 4,021 students.

Carlos's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,500. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	CARLOS ELEMENTARY 113 students · Pre-K–5th	113	Pre-K–5th	8.5

Schools in Carlos

Carlos, Minnesota · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$85,500

Median Home Value

$282,000

Median Rent

$1,054/mo

Population

1,336

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

90%

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Community Profile

Carlos has a median household income of $85,500. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,000, with a median rent of $1,054/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Minnesota
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.5/10

Resources

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School District

ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

9 schools · 4,021 students

Nearby Cities

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Alexandria (11 schools)

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Fergus Falls (1 school)

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Parkers Prairie (2 schools)

Evansville (1 school)

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Sauk Centre (4 schools)

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Long Prairie (3 schools)

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Kensington (1 school)

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Browerville (4 schools)

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Other Major Cities in Minnesota

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Carlos, Minnesota

How many schools are in Carlos, Minnesota?

Carlos has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Carlos, Minnesota?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carlos is 8.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Carlos, Minnesota?

The top-ranked school in Carlos on MySchoolScout is Carlos Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Carlos, Minnesota?

The top-ranked elementary school in Carlos on MySchoolScout is Carlos Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.

How many school districts serve Carlos, Minnesota?

Carlos is served by 1 school district: Alexandria Public School District.

What is the education level in Carlos, Minnesota?

According to Census data, 23% of adults in Carlos have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Carlos, Minnesota?

The median household income in Carlos is approximately $85,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Carlos, Minnesota?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carlos is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carlos, Minnesota?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.