For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 532 students in Aitkin, MN.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Aitkin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle 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: 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 middle schools in Aitkin, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Aitkin, MN include Aitkin Secondary School.
How many public middle schools are located in Aitkin?
2 public middle schools are located in Aitkin.
What is the racial composition of students in Aitkin?
Aitkin public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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