For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 675 students in Barnum, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Barnum, MN are Barnum Elementary School and Barnum Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barnum, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Barnum have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Barnum, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barnum Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3813 E. North St.
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-6976
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-6976
Grades: PK-6
| 337 students
Rank: #22.
Barnum Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3675 County Rd 13
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-3273
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-3273
Grades: 7-12
| 338 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Barnum, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Barnum, MN include Barnum Elementary School and Barnum Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Barnum?
2 public schools are located in Barnum.
What is the racial composition of students in Barnum?
Barnum public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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