Best Schools in Mountain Iron, Minnesota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Mountain Iron by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mountain Iron-buhl Secondary
High · Mountain Iron-buhl School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Merritt Elementary
Elementary · Mountain Iron-buhl School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
East Range Academy of Tech-science
High · East Range Academy of Tech-science. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mountain Iron for 2026 are Mountain Iron-buhl Secondary (6.8/10), Merritt Elementary (6.7/10), and East Range Academy of Tech-science (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$190,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$190,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mountain Iron
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mountain Iron-buhl Secondary | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Merritt Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | East Range Academy of Tech-science | 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $82,261
- Median home value
- $190,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Mountain Iron compares
Minnesota rank
#93 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$82k
98% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Mountain Iron, Minnesota
Mountain Iron, Minnesota is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Mountain Iron 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 Mountain Iron is Mountain Iron-buhl Secondary with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mountain Iron is served by 2 school districts: MOUNTAIN IRON-BUHL SCHOOL DISTRICT, EAST RANGE ACADEMY OF TECH-SCIENCE. These districts collectively serve 740 students.
Mountain Iron's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,261. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 332 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 259 students · 7th–12th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 149 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Mountain Iron
Mountain Iron, Minnesota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,261
Median Home Value
$190,300
Median Rent
$894/mo
Population
2,791
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
78%
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Mountain Iron has a median household income of $82,261. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $190,300, with a median rent of $894/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Mountain Iron, Minnesota
How many schools are in Mountain Iron, Minnesota?
Mountain Iron has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mountain Iron, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mountain Iron is 6.4 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 Mountain Iron, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Mountain Iron on MySchoolScout is Mountain Iron-buhl Secondary with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mountain Iron, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mountain Iron on MySchoolScout is Merritt Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Mountain Iron, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Mountain Iron on MySchoolScout is Mountain Iron-buhl Secondary with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Mountain Iron, Minnesota?
Mountain Iron is served by 2 school districts: Mountain Iron-buhl School District, East Range Academy of Tech-science.
What is the education level in Mountain Iron, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Mountain Iron have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mountain Iron, Minnesota?
The median household income in Mountain Iron is approximately $82,261 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mountain Iron, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mountain Iron is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mountain Iron, 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.