For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 566 students in Dawson, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Dawson, MN are Stevens Elementary School and Dawson-boyd Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dawson, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Dawson have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dawson, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stevens Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
848 Chestnut St
Dawson, MN 56232
(320) 769-4590
Dawson, MN 56232
(320) 769-4590
Grades: PK-6
| 302 students
Rank: #22.
Dawson-boyd Secondary
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
848 Chestnut St
Dawson, MN 56232
(320) 769-2955
Dawson, MN 56232
(320) 769-2955
Grades: 7-12
| 264 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dawson, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Dawson, MN include Stevens Elementary School and Dawson-boyd Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Dawson?
2 public schools are located in Dawson.
What is the racial composition of students in Dawson?
Dawson public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Dawson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dawson include: Dawson-boyd Secondary vs. Stevens Elementary School
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