For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 311 students in Kelliher, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Kelliher, MN are Kelliher Elementary School and Kelliher Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kelliher, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Kelliher have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Kelliher, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kelliher Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
345 4th St Nw
Kelliher, MN 56650
(218) 647-8286
Kelliher, MN 56650
(218) 647-8286
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Kelliher Secondary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
345 4th St Nw
Kelliher, MN 56650
(218) 647-3110
Kelliher, MN 56650
(218) 647-3110
Gr: 7-12 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kelliher, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Kelliher, MN include Kelliher Elementary School and Kelliher Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Kelliher?
2 public schools are located in Kelliher.
What is the racial composition of students in Kelliher?
Kelliher public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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