For the 2026 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 46%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 7-12 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Nashwauk-keewatin Alp
Alternative School
400 2nd St
Nashwauk, MN 55769
(218) 885-1280
Nashwauk, MN 55769
(218) 885-1280
Gr: 9-12
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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