For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 703 students in 56601, MN.
The top ranked public charter schools in 56601, MN are Schoolcraft Learning Community, Voyageurs Expeditionary School and Treknorth High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 56601 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 56601, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 56601, MN Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Schoolcraft Learning Community
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8955 Deer School Rd
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-2102
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-2102
Grades: K-8
| 196 students
Rank: #22.
Voyageurs Expeditionary School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3724 Bemidji Ave N
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3130
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3130
Grades: 9-12
| 71 students
Rank: #33.
Treknorth High School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Pine Ridge Ave Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-1888
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-1888
Grades: 9-12
| 145 students
Rank: #44.
Aurora Waasakone Community Of Learn
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3604 Bemidji Ave N
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3077
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3077
Grades: K-8
| 141 students
Rank: #55.
Trek North Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Pine Ridge Ave Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-1888
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-1888
Grades: 6-8
| 108 students
Rank: #66.
Voyageurs Expeditionary Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3724 Bemidji Ave N
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3130
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3130
Grades: 6-8
| 42 students
56601, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bemidji Middle Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
520 4th Street Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3305
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3305
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Bemidji Virtual Academy (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
3300 Gillett Drive N.w.
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3102
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3102
Grades: K-8
| 71 students
815 Beltrami Ave
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3220
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3220
Grades: PK-3
| 119 students
Edith Hatch Evaluation Unit (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3300 Gillett Dr. N.w.
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3107
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3107
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Evergreen Shelter (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3300 Gillett Drive Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(888) 888-8888
Bemidji, MN 56601
(888) 888-8888
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 56601, MN?
The top ranked public charter schools in 56601, MN include Schoolcraft Learning Community, Voyageurs Expeditionary School and Treknorth High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 56601?
6 public charter schools are located in 56601.
What is the racial composition of students in 56601?
56601 public charter schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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