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Red Lake County

Minnesota · Public K-12

Public-school enrollment in Red Lake County clocks in around 764 students across 6 schools (3 elementary and 3 high).

7-year change in Red Lake County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
764
-2 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
5
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
87%
was 89%
% Hispanic
6%
was 5%
% Black
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
3,915
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Schools
6
3 districts
Enrollment
764
students · NCES CCD
Median income
$77,188
Below Minnesota avg
Free/reduced lunch
38.0%
Below Minnesota avg
Elementary
3
427 students
Middle
0
schools
High
3
337 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
RED LAKE FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
421 students · 3 districts in Red Lake County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Red Lake County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
92%
Hispanic
4%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
5%
Native American
2%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
87%
Hispanic
6%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
6%
Native American
1%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
18.6%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
3.3%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
1.1%
civilian labor
Median age
43
24.2% under 18

Test scores in Red Lake County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 4 schools ranked. Minnesota state average: 49.9%.

See all 4 schools in Red Lake County ranked by score →

All schools (6)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
J.A. HUGHES ELEMENTARYRed Lake FallsElementaryPK-06237·
LAFAYETTE SECONDARYRed Lake FallsHigh07-12184·
Red Lake County Central ElementaryPlummerElementaryPK-06178·
Red Lake County Central High SchoolOkleeHigh07-12153·
RLCC Elementary at OkleeOkleeElementaryPK-PK12·
PINE TO PRAIRIE COOP. CTR.Red Lake FallsHigh07-120·

Cities in Red Lake County

Red Lake Falls3 schoolsOklee2 schoolsPlummer1 school

About Red Lake County

Red Lake County is a thinly populated county of about 3,915 residents in Minnesota. Its public-school system enrolls approximately 764 students across 6 schools.

Stepping back, census numbers show median household income runs near $77,188, about 19% of adults have a bachelor's degree or above, and the federal-poverty share is near 3%.

In terms of grade levels, Red Lake County spans 3 elementary schools (427 students), and 3 high schools (337).

RED LAKE FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 421 students on its own.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Red Lake County has stayed largely flat since SY 2017-18, moving from about 766 students to 764.

On this page, the community for Red Lake County discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Red Lake County?
There are 6 public K-12 schools in Red Lake County, Minnesota, with a combined enrollment of about 764.
How many high schools are in Red Lake County?
Red Lake County, Minnesota has 3 public high schools, serving approximately 337 students.
How many elementary schools are in Red Lake County?
Red Lake County, Minnesota has 3 public elementary schools, serving approximately 427 students.
What is the largest school district in Red Lake County?
RED LAKE FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. is the largest school district in Red Lake County, serving approximately 421 students. The county contains 3 school districts overall.
How many people live in Red Lake County?
Red Lake County has roughly 3,915 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Red Lake County?
Median household income in Red Lake County is $77,188, below the Minnesota average of $77,501. About 3.3% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Red Lake County?
Approximately 18.6% of adults 25 and older in Red Lake County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Red Lake County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 38.0% of students in Red Lake County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Minnesota county average of 41.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Red Lake County schools?
Across Red Lake County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 10.9 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Red Lake County?
Red Lake County residents are approximately 92% White, 4% Hispanic, 1% Black, 0% Asian, 5% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data