For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 532 students in Aitkin, MN.
The top ranked public high school in Aitkin, MN is Aitkin Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aitkin, MN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Aitkin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public high schools.
Aitkin, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Aitkin Secondary School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High 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: 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 high schools in Aitkin, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in Aitkin, MN include Aitkin Secondary School.
How many public high schools are located in Aitkin?
2 public high schools are located in Aitkin.
What is the racial composition of students in Aitkin?
Aitkin public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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