For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 571 students in Underwood, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Underwood, MN are Underwood Elementary School and Underwood Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Underwood, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Underwood have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 Underwood, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Underwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Southern Ave E
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Gr: PK-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Underwood Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Southern Ave E
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Gr: 5-12 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Underwood, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Underwood Alp (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
100 Southern Ave E
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Underwood, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Underwood, MN include Underwood Elementary School and Underwood Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Underwood?
2 public schools are located in Underwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Underwood?
Underwood 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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