For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 890 students in Medford, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Medford, MN are Medford Elementary School and Medford Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Medford, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Medford have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Medford, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Medford Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
750 2nd Ave Se
Medford, MN 55049
(507) 214-6312
Medford, MN 55049
(507) 214-6312
Gr: PK-6 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Medford Secondary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
750 2nd Ave Se
Medford, MN 55049
(507) 214-6302
Medford, MN 55049
(507) 214-6302
Gr: 7-12 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Medford, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Medford, MN include Medford Elementary School and Medford Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Medford?
2 public schools are located in Medford.
What is the racial composition of students in Medford?
Medford public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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