| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aitkin Public School District | Aitkin | 9/10 Excellent · 88th pct | 1,028 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
| McGregor Public School District | McGregor | 7/10 Good · 65th pct | 452 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Hill City Public School District | Hill City | 3/10 Below Average · 25th pct | 256 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
How Aitkin County compares
Together they enroll 1,736 students across 9 schools. The largest is Aitkin Public School District with 1,028 students. Districts here average 6.3/10, below the Minnesota average of 6.4/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Aitkin County, Minnesota
Aitkin County has 3 public school districts covering 8 zip codes. The top-rated district in Aitkin County is Aitkin Public School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (MCA 2024–25), ranked against all districts in Minnesota. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Aitkin County, MN?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Aitkin County, MN. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Aitkin County, MN?
Of the districts serving Aitkin County, Aitkin Public School District has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 88th percentile among Minnesota school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Minnesota reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Minnesota and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Minnesota only, never across state lines.