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4 schools in Blue Earth

Minnesota · Public K-12

Public schools in Blue Earth number 4 per the latest NCES data, with about 1,064 students enrolled, an average school size of 266.

7-year change in Blue Earth

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,064
-58 (-5%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
+1 (+33%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
75%
was 81%
% Hispanic
22%
was 16%
% Black
1%
was 2%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Blue Earth Area Early Childhood SpeElementaryPK-PK8
Blue Earth Area ElementaryElementaryPK-05515
BLUE EARTH AREA MIDDLEMiddle06-07163
Blue Earth Area SecondaryHigh08-12378

About Blue Earth

Blue Earth, Minnesota is home to 4 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 1,064 students. By school count, it is a small city.

For a sense of the school types, the city comprises 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Schools in Blue Earth average about 266 students each, 25% lower than the Minnesota norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,064 students, contracted 5% from the 1,122 reported in SY 2017-18. The school count climbed from 3 to 4 across the same 7-year window. Demographically, the White share of enrollment contracted from 81% to 75%.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Blue Earth discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Blue Earth, Minnesota?
There are 4 public K-12 schools in Blue Earth, with a combined enrollment of about 1,064.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Blue Earth?
Blue Earth has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Blue Earth?
Blue Earth Area Elementary is the largest public school in Blue Earth by enrollment, with approximately 515 students.
What school districts serve Blue Earth?
Blue Earth public schools are operated by Blue Earth Area School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Blue Earth cover?
Public schools in Blue Earth serve students from pre-K through grade 12.