For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 382 students in Walker, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Walker, MN is W.h.a. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Walker, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Walker have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Walker, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W.h.a. Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
205 Highland Ave W
Walker, MN 56484
(218) 547-4261
Walker, MN 56484
(218) 547-4261
Gr: PK-6 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Up North Learning Center
Special Education School
5413 County Road 37 Nw
Walker, MN 56484
(218) 547-6525
Walker, MN 56484
(218) 547-6525
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Walker, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Walker, MN include W.h.a. Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Walker?
2 public elementary schools are located in Walker.
What is the racial composition of students in Walker?
Walker public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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