5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Red Lake, Minnesota

8 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 8

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Estimated Scores: 50%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $53,750
Median home value: $74,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 9%
Owner-occupied homes: 71%

How Red Lake compares

Minnesota rank

#178 of 229

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Minnesota avg (6.3)

Median household income

$54k

64% of Minnesota median

Schools in this city

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 5.8 out of 10, schools in Red Lake show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Red Lake is Red Lake Early Childhood Center with a composite score of 8.1/10, 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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (8) Elementary (3) Middle (2) High (2)

Filter by Type: All Types (8) Public (8)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (8) Academics (8) Growth (3) Resources (6)

Filter by ZIP: 56671 (8)

Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	RED LAKE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER 113 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	113	Pre-K–Kindergarten	8.1
2	Endazhi-Nitaawiging 90 students · Kindergarten–6th	90	Kindergarten–6th	4.3
3	RED LAKE ELEMENTARY 487 students · 1st–5th	487	1st–5th	4.0

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Red Lake Middle School 278 students · 6th–8th	278	6th–8th	3.8
2	RED LAKE MIDDLE LEVEL ALC 7 students · 6th–8th	7	6th–8th	—

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	RED LAKE ALTERNATIVE LEARNING 81 students · 9th–12th	81	9th–12th	7.4
2	RED LAKE SECONDARY 341 students · 9th–12th	341	9th–12th	7.2

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Red Lake EC Special Education Ext 19 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	19	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

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.

Quick Facts

State: Minnesota
Total Schools: 8
Elementary: 3
Middle: 2
High: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Red Lake schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Red Lake 📊 Niche Red Lake Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

Endazhi-Nitaawiging

1 school · 90 students

RED LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

10 schools · 1,441 students

Nearby Cities

Clearbrook (2 schools)

22 mi

Blackduck (2 schools)

24 mi

Bagley (4 schools)

30 mi

Cass Lake (2 schools)

39 mi

Other Major Cities in Minnesota

Top metros statewide by school count.

Saint Paul 169 schools Minneapolis 165 schools Rochester 62 schools Duluth 40 schools Shakopee 31 schools

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 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 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Red Lake, Minnesota?

The top-ranked school in Red Lake on MySchoolScout is Red Lake Early Childhood Center with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Red Lake, Minnesota?

The top-ranked elementary school in Red Lake on MySchoolScout is Red Lake Early Childhood Center with a composite score of 8.1/10.

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 3.8/10.

What is the best high school in Red Lake, Minnesota?

The top-ranked high school in Red Lake on MySchoolScout is Red Lake Alternative Learning with a composite score of 7.4/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.