Best Schools in Waubun, Minnesota
3 schools · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Waubun Elementary
Middle · Waubun-ogema-white Earth Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Waubun Secondary
High · Waubun-ogema-white Earth Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$207,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$207,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waubun
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waubun Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Waubun Secondary | 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $67,431
- Median home value
- $207,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Waubun compares
Minnesota rank
#200 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$67k
80% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Waubun, Minnesota
Waubun, Minnesota is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Waubun 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 Waubun is Waubun Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waubun is served by 1 school district: Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools. These districts collectively serve 741 students.
Waubun's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,431. The poverty rate in the area is 13.6%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 176 students · 4th–6th | 6.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 252 students · 7th–12th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 39 students · 7th–12th | 4.2 |
Schools in Waubun
Waubun, Minnesota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,431
Median Home Value
$207,800
Median Rent
$682/mo
Population
1,939
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Community Profile
Waubun has a median household income of $67,431. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $207,800, with a median rent of $682/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
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- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Waubun, Minnesota
How many schools are in Waubun, Minnesota?
Waubun has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waubun, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waubun is 5.5 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 Waubun, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Waubun on MySchoolScout is Waubun Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Waubun, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Waubun on MySchoolScout is Waubun Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Waubun, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Waubun on MySchoolScout is Waubun Secondary with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Waubun, Minnesota?
Waubun is served by 1 school district: Waubun-ogema-white Earth Schools.
What is the education level in Waubun, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Waubun have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waubun, Minnesota?
The median household income in Waubun is approximately $67,431 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waubun, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waubun is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waubun, 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.