For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 513 students in Aitkin, MN.
The top-ranked public high 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 high schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Aitkin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public high schools.
Aitkin, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Aitkin Secondary School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Aitkin, MN (2026-27)
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 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Aitkin Alternative Learning Program
Alternative School
12 7th St Nw
Aitkin, MN 56431
(218) 927-2115
Aitkin, MN 56431
(218) 927-2115
Gr: 8-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Aitkin, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Aitkin, MN include Aitkin Secondary School.
How many public high schools are located in Aitkin?
2 public high schools are located in Aitkin.
What is the racial composition of students in Aitkin?
Aitkin public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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