For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 995 students in Aitkin, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Aitkin, MN are Aitkin Secondary School and Rippleside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aitkin, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Aitkin have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Aitkin, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aitkin Secondary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
306 2nd St Nw
Aitkin, MN 56431
(218) 927-2115
Aitkin, MN 56431
(218) 927-2115
Grades: 7-12
| 520 students
Rank: #22.
Rippleside Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
225 2nd Ave Sw
Aitkin, MN 56431
(218) 927-4838
Aitkin, MN 56431
(218) 927-4838
Grades: PK-6
| 463 students
Rank: n/an/a
Aitkin Alternative Learning Program
Alternative School
12 7th St Nw
Aitkin, MN 56431
(218) 927-3421
Aitkin, MN 56431
(218) 927-3421
Grades: 8-12
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Aitkin, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Aitkin, MN include Aitkin Secondary School and Rippleside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Aitkin?
3 public schools are located in Aitkin.
What is the racial composition of students in Aitkin?
Aitkin public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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