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Best Cook Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 479 students in Cook, MN.

The top-ranked public schools in Cook, MN are North Woods Elementary School and North Woods Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Cook, MN public schools have an score of 32% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Cook have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.

Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Cook, MN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

North Woods Elementary School

(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
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Top 30%

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10248 Olson Rd E
Cook, MN 55723
(218) 666-5221

Gr: PK-6 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Rank: #22.

North Woods Secondary

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
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Bottom 50%

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10248 Olson Rd E
Cook, MN 55723
(218) 666-5221

Gr: 7-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Cook, MN?

The top-ranked public schools in Cook, MN include North Woods Elementary School and North Woods Secondary.

How many public schools are located in Cook?

2 public schools are located in Cook.

What is the racial composition of students in Cook?

Cook public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).