For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 764 students in 55768, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 55768, MN are Merritt Elementary School, Mountain Iron-buhl Secondary and East Range Academy Of Tech-science. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55768 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55768, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55768, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merritt Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8659 Unity Drive
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-8271
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-8271
Gr: PK-6 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Mountain Iron-buhl Secondary
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8659 Unity Drive
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-8271
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-8271
Gr: 7-12 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
East Range Academy Of Tech-science
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8541 Park Ridge Dr
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 744-7965
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 744-7965
Gr: 9-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
Mountain Iron-buhl Isd 712 Credit R
Alternative School
8659 Unity Dr
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 741-9201
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 741-9201
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
5525 Emerald Ave
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 741-0750
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 741-0750
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55768, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55768, MN include Merritt Elementary School, Mountain Iron-buhl Secondary and East Range Academy Of Tech-science.
How many public schools are located in 55768?
5 public schools are located in 55768.
What is the racial composition of students in 55768?
55768 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.