For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 7-12 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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
Gr: PK-6 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
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
Gr: 8-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
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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