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3 schools in Carlton

Minnesota · Public K-12

Across 3 public schools, Carlton (Minnesota) serves approximately 339 K-12 students across 1 elementary and 1 high.

7-year change in Carlton

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
339
-123 (-27%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
+1 (+50%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
CARLTON SECONDARYHigh06-12145
NLA-CarltonCombined03-1231
SOUTH TERRACE ELEMENTARYElementaryPK-05163

About Carlton

Carlton, Minnesota is home to 3 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 339 students. By school count, it is a rural-scale city.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city comprises 1 elementary, 1 high, and 1 other.

Schools in Carlton average about 113 students each, 68% meaningfully below the Minnesota norm.

Five-year track record. Combined enrollment now sits at 339 students, decreased 27% from the 462 reported in SY 2017-18. Over that span, Carlton gained 1 school, going from 2 to 3.

On this page, the community for Carlton discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Carlton?
Carlton, Minnesota has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 339 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Carlton?
Carlton has 1 elementary, 1 high, 1 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Carlton?
SOUTH TERRACE ELEMENTARY is the largest public school in Carlton by enrollment, with approximately 163 students.
What school districts serve Carlton?
Carlton is served by 2 public school districts, including Northern Lights Academy Cooperative, CARLTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT.
What grade levels do public schools in Carlton cover?
Public schools in Carlton serve students from pre-K through grade 12.