For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 660 students in Barnum, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Barnum, MN are Barnum Elementary School and Barnum Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barnum, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Barnum have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Barnum, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barnum Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3813 E North St
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-6976
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-6976
Gr: PK-6 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Barnum Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3675 County Rd 13
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-3273
Barnum, MN 55707
(218) 389-3273
Gr: 7-12 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Barnum, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Barnum, MN include Barnum Elementary School and Barnum Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Barnum?
2 public schools are located in Barnum.
What is the racial composition of students in Barnum?
Barnum public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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