Best Schools in Grand Marais, Minnesota
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Grand Marais by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cook County Senior High
High · Cook County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sawtooth Mountain Elementary
Elementary · Cook County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cook County Middle
Middle · Cook County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Grand Marais for 2026 are Cook County Senior High (7.4/10), Sawtooth Mountain Elementary (6.7/10), and Cook County Middle (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$307,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$307,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Grand Marais
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cook County Senior High | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Sawtooth Mountain Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Cook County Middle | 5.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Great Expectations | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $71,458
- Median home value
- $307,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Grand Marais compares
Minnesota rank
#94 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$71k
85% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Grand Marais, Minnesota
Grand Marais, Minnesota is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Grand Marais show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Grand Marais is Cook County Senior High with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Grand Marais is served by 2 school districts: GREAT EXPECTATIONS, COOK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 577 students.
Grand Marais's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,458. The poverty rate in the area is 8.8%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 192 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 120 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 92 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 173 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in Grand Marais
Grand Marais, Minnesota · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,458
Median Home Value
$307,100
Median Rent
$1,036/mo
Population
3,613
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
80%
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Community Profile
Grand Marais has a median household income of $71,458. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $307,100, with a median rent of $1,036/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Grand Marais, Minnesota
How many schools are in Grand Marais, Minnesota?
Grand Marais has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grand Marais, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grand Marais is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Grand Marais, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Grand Marais on MySchoolScout is Cook County Senior High with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grand Marais, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grand Marais on MySchoolScout is Sawtooth Mountain Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Grand Marais, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Grand Marais on MySchoolScout is Cook County Middle with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Grand Marais, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Grand Marais on MySchoolScout is Cook County Senior High with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Grand Marais, Minnesota?
Grand Marais is served by 2 school districts: Great Expectations, Cook County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Grand Marais, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Grand Marais have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Grand Marais, Minnesota?
The median household income in Grand Marais is approximately $71,458 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grand Marais, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grand Marais is 10.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grand Marais, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.