Best Schools in Perham, Minnesota
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Perham by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Perham Senior High
High · Perham-dent Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Prairie Wind Middle
Middle · Perham-dent Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Heart of the Lake Elementary
Elementary · Perham-dent Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Perham for 2026 are Perham Senior High (7.0/10), Prairie Wind Middle (6.8/10), and Heart of the Lake Elementary (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
4 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$256,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
4 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$256,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Perham
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perham Senior High | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Prairie Wind Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Heart of the Lake Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Perham Area Learning Center | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | St Paul's Lutheran School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | St Henrys Area School | 5.0 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $68,080
- Median home value
- $256,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Perham compares
Minnesota rank
#118 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$68k
81% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Perham, Minnesota
Perham, Minnesota is home to 6 schools, including 4 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Perham 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 Perham is Perham Senior High with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Perham is served by 1 school district: PERHAM-DENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,687 students.
Perham's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,080. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 596 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.7 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Paul's Lutheran School
Private
84 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.8 | ||
| 2 | St Henrys Area School
Private
109 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.0 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 529 students · 5th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 514 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 48 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Perham
Perham, Minnesota · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,080
Median Home Value
$256,900
Median Rent
$805/mo
Population
6,868
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Perham has a median household income of $68,080. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $256,900, with a median rent of $805/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Minnesota
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Perham, Minnesota
How many schools are in Perham, Minnesota?
Perham has 6 schools, including 4 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Perham, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Perham is 6.2 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 Perham, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Perham on MySchoolScout is Perham Senior High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Perham, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Perham on MySchoolScout is Heart of the Lake Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Perham, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Perham on MySchoolScout is Prairie Wind Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Perham, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Perham on MySchoolScout is Perham Senior High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Perham, Minnesota?
Perham is served by 1 school district: Perham-dent Public School District.
What is the education level in Perham, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Perham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Perham, Minnesota?
The median household income in Perham is approximately $68,080 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Perham, Minnesota?
Yes, Perham has 2 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Paul's Lutheran School with a score of 5.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Perham, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Perham is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Perham, 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.