For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 658 students in Chisholm, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Chisholm, MN are Chisholm Elementary School, Vaughan-steffensrud Elementary School and Chisholm Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chisholm, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Chisholm have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Chisholm, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chisholm Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Sw 3rd Ave
Chisholm, MN 55719
(218) 254-5726
Chisholm, MN 55719
(218) 254-5726
Grades: 4-6
| 127 students
Rank: #22.
Vaughan-steffensrud Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Ne 1st Ave
Chisholm, MN 55719
(218) 254-5726
Chisholm, MN 55719
(218) 254-5726
Grades: PK-3
| 215 students
Rank: #33.
Chisholm Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 4th St Sw
Chisholm, MN 55719
(218) 254-5726
Chisholm, MN 55719
(218) 254-5726
Grades: 7-12
| 316 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Chisholm, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Chisholm, MN include Chisholm Elementary School, Vaughan-steffensrud Elementary School and Chisholm Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Chisholm?
3 public schools are located in Chisholm.
What is the racial composition of students in Chisholm?
Chisholm public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles

The 15 Biggest Failures of the American ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Education System
The world is in a constant state of change and those who fail to adjust fall behind. Unfortunately, the American public education system has not kept up with the times and is currently facing a number of serious problems. Keep reading to learn about the biggest failures affecting the modern U.S. public education system as well as some of the trends that could spark change.

Florida Governor Calls for More Funding for State’s ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School System
Florida Governor Rick Scott has introduced a state budget for next year that pumps one billion more dollars into the public school system. We’ll look at his reasons for the increase and the responses to the proposal.

Can Your Child’s School Meet the National Standards?
The article discusses the challenges public schools face in meeting national educational standards. It examines current performance trends, identifies key issues affecting student achievement, and explores potential solutions for improving academic outcomes across U.S. public schools.