For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 249 students in Nashwauk, MN.
The top ranked public school in Nashwauk, MN is Nashwauk Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nashwauk, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Nashwauk have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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 Nashwauk, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nashwauk Secondary
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 2nd St
Nashwauk, MN 55769
(218) 885-1280
Nashwauk, MN 55769
(218) 885-1280
Grades: 7-12
| 249 students
Rank: n/an/a
Nashwauk-keewatin Alp
Alternative School
400 2nd St
Nashwauk, MN 55769
(218) 885-1280
Nashwauk, MN 55769
(218) 885-1280
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Nashwauk, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Nashwauk, MN include Nashwauk Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Nashwauk?
2 public schools are located in Nashwauk.
What is the racial composition of students in Nashwauk?
Nashwauk public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Nashwauk are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Nashwauk include: Nashwauk-keewatin Alp vs. Nashwauk Secondary, Nashwauk Secondary vs. Nashwauk-keewatin Alp
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