For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 240 students in Barrett, MN.
The top ranked public high school in Barrett, MN is West Central Area Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barrett, MN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Barrett have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Barrett, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Central Area Secondary, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Barrett, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Central Area Secondary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 County Rd 2
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7400
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
West Central Area Alp
Alternative School
301 County Road 2
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7401
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7401
Gr: 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Barrett, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in Barrett, MN include West Central Area Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in Barrett?
2 public high schools are located in Barrett.
What is the racial composition of students in Barrett?
Barrett public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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