For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 348 students in Barnum, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Barnum, MN is Barnum Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barnum, MN public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Barnum have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Barnum, MN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barnum Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3813 E North St
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-6976
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-6976
Gr: PK-6 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Barnum, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Barnum, MN include Barnum Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Barnum?
1 public elementary schools are located in Barnum.
What is the racial composition of students in Barnum?
Barnum public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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