Top Rankings
Red Lake County Central Public School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Lowest student-teacher ratio (Top 1%)
For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 342 students in Red Lake County Central Public School District. This district's average testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
Public Schools in Red Lake County Central Public School District have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (MN)
# Schools
3 Schools
2,722 Schools
# Students
342 Students
870,913 Students
# Teachers
34 Teachers
57,792 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Red Lake County Central Public School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 520 school districts in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 80% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#261 out of 525 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥80%
84%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.15
0.59
% American Indian
2%
2%
% Asian
n/a
7%
% Hispanic
3%
12%
% Black
1%
12%
% White
92%
61%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $19,462 is higher than the state median of $17,852. The school district revenue/student has grown by 19% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $19,643 is higher than the state median of $18,577. The school district spending/student has grown by 24% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$7 MM
$15,547 MM
Spending
$7 MM
$16,179 MM
Revenue / Student
$19,462
$17,852
Spending / Student
$19,643
$18,577
Best Red Lake County Central Public School District Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Red Lake County Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
260 Minnesota St S
Plummer, MN 56748
(218) 465-4222
Plummer, MN 56748
(218) 465-4222
Gr: PK-6 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Red Lake County Central High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Governor St
Oklee, MN 56742
(218) 796-5136
Oklee, MN 56742
(218) 796-5136
Gr: 7-12 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Red Lake County Central Public School District?
Red Lake County Central Public School District manages 3 public schools serving 342 students.
What is the rank of Red Lake County Central Public School District?
Red Lake County Central Public School District is ranked #289 out of 520 school districts in Minnesota (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Minnesota school districts for: Lowest student-teacher ratio (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Red Lake County Central Public School District?
92% of Red Lake County Central Public School District students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Red Lake County Central Public School District?
Red Lake County Central Public School District has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 15:1.
What is Red Lake County Central Public School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $19,643 is higher than the state median of $18,577. The school district spending/student has grown by 24% over four school years.
Recent Articles
Zero Tolerance Policies in Public Schools Today
An updated look at zero tolerance policies in public schools, including current trends, costs, legal concerns, and what parents need to know now.
The Pros and Cons of Tracking in Schools Today
Explore the advantages and drawbacks of academic tracking in today’s public schools, including equity, outcomes, and what parents should consider.
Budgeting Hidden Costs of Public Schooling in 2026
Learn how families budget for school lunch, after-school care, and activities, the hidden costs of public schooling in 2026.
