For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,331 students in Pillager, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Pillager, MN are Pillager Elementary School, Pillager Senior High School and Pillager Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pillager, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Pillager have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Pillager, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pillager Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
323 E 2nd St S
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-2110
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-2110
Gr: PK-4 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Pillager Senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
323 E 2nd St S
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-2117
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-2117
Gr: 9-12 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Pillager Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
323 E 2nd St S
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3772
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3772
Gr: 5-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Central Lakes Adventure School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12763 County Rd 1
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3875
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3875
Gr: 7-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pillager, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Pillager, MN include Pillager Elementary School, Pillager Senior High School and Pillager Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Pillager?
4 public schools are located in Pillager.
What is the racial composition of students in Pillager?
Pillager public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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 Pillager are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pillager include: Central Lakes Adventure School vs. Pillager Senior High School, Pillager Senior High School vs. Central Lakes Adventure School
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