For the 2025 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 (2025)
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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