For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 479 students in Cook, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Cook, MN are North Woods Elementary School and North Woods Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cook, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Cook have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cook, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Woods Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10248 Olson Rd E
Cook, MN 55723
(218) 666-5221
Cook, MN 55723
(218) 666-5221
Gr: PK-6 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
North Woods Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10248 Olson Rd E
Cook, MN 55723
(218) 666-5221
Cook, MN 55723
(218) 666-5221
Gr: 7-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cook, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Cook, MN include North Woods Elementary School and North Woods Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Cook?
2 public schools are located in Cook.
What is the racial composition of students in Cook?
Cook public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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