For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 298 students in Carlton, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Carlton, MN are South Terrace Elementary School and Carlton Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlton, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Carlton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Carlton, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
530 Stine Dr
Carlton, MN 55718
(218) 384-4225
Carlton, MN 55718
(218) 384-4225
Gr: PK-5 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Carlton Secondary
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
405 School Ave
Carlton, MN 55718
(218) 384-4226
Carlton, MN 55718
(218) 384-4226
Gr: 6-12 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Carlton, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Carlton, MN include South Terrace Elementary School and Carlton Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Carlton?
3 public schools are located in Carlton.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlton?
Carlton public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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