For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 240 students in Barrett, MN.
The top-ranked public high school in Barrett, MN is West Central Area Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barrett, MN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Barrett have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Barrett, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Central Area Secondary, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Barrett, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Central Area Secondary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 County Rd 2
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7400
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
West Central Area Alp
Alternative School
301 County Road 2
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7401
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7401
Gr: 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Barrett, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Barrett, MN include West Central Area Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in Barrett?
2 public high schools are located in Barrett.
What is the racial composition of students in Barrett?
Barrett public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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