Best Schools in Red Lake, Minnesota
8 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Red Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Red Lake Secondary
High · Red Lake Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Red Lake Middle School
Middle · Red Lake Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Red Lake Alternative Learning
High · Red Lake 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 Red Lake for 2026 are Red Lake Secondary (6.9/10), Red Lake Middle School (5.8/10), and Red Lake Alternative Learning (5.6/10), 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
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$74,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$74,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Red Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red Lake Secondary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Red Lake Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Red Lake Alternative Learning | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Red Lake Elementary | 2.7 / 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
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $53,750
- Median home value
- $74,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Red Lake compares
Minnesota rank
#219 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$54k
64% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Red Lake, Minnesota
Red Lake, Minnesota is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Red Lake 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 Red Lake is Red Lake Secondary with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Red Lake is served by 2 school districts: Endazhi-Nitaawiging, RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,531 students.
Red Lake's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,750. The poverty rate in the area is 31.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 113 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 5.9 |
| 2 | 90 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.2 |
| 3 | 487 students · 1st–5th | 2.7 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 278 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 7 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 341 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 81 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Red Lake
Red Lake, Minnesota · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,750
Median Home Value
$74,400
Median Rent
$468/mo
Population
3,139
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
31.9%
Community Profile
Red Lake has a median household income of $53,750. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $74,400, with a median rent of $468/month. The area has a poverty rate of 31.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Red Lake, Minnesota
How many schools are in Red Lake, Minnesota?
Red Lake has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Red Lake, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Red Lake is 5.2 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 Red Lake, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Red Lake on MySchoolScout is Red Lake Secondary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Red Lake, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Red Lake on MySchoolScout is Red Lake Elementary with a composite score of 2.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Red Lake, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Red Lake on MySchoolScout is Red Lake Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Red Lake, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Red Lake on MySchoolScout is Red Lake Secondary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Red Lake, Minnesota?
Red Lake is served by 2 school districts: Endazhi-nitaawiging, Red Lake Public School District.
What is the education level in Red Lake, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Red Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Red Lake, Minnesota?
The median household income in Red Lake is approximately $53,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Red Lake, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Red Lake 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 Red Lake, 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.