For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public high schools serving 2,635 students in Chisago County, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in Chisago County, MN are Chisago Lakes Senior High School, Norse Area Learning Center and Pathway To Change. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chisago County, MN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Chisago County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Chisago County, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chisago Lakes Senior High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Chisago County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chisago Lakes Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
29400 Olinda Tr
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2500
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,053 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Norse Area Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
Grades: 7-12
| 56 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Pathway To Change
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13750 Lake Boulevard
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1244
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1244
Grades: K-12
| 14 students
Rank: #44.
North Branch Area High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38175 Grand Ave
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1500
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1500
Grades: 9-12
| 781 students
Rank: #55.
Distance Learning Academy Secondary
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
Grades: 6-12
| 76 students
Rank: #66.
Rush City Secondary
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
51001 Fairfield Ave
Rush City, MN 55069
(320) 358-4795
Rush City, MN 55069
(320) 358-4795
Grades: 7-12
| 419 students
Rank: #77.
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10363 Liberty Ln
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Grades: 9-12
| 206 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chisago County Schools' Life Work C
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(320) 358-1244
North Branch, MN 55056
(320) 358-1244
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chisago Lakes High School Alt Learning Prog
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
29400 Olinda Tr
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2500
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2500
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Mn Correctional Facility-rush City
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
7600 525th St
Rush City, MN 55069
(320) 358-0400
Rush City, MN 55069
(320) 358-0400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Skillbuilding Opportunities For Academy
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
13750 Lake Boulevard
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1244
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1244
Grades: K-12
| 7 students
Rank: n/an/a
Trio Wolf Creek Charter School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
10363 Liberty Lane
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Wildcat Academy High School
Magnet School
29678 Karmel Ave
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2000
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Chisago County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Brooker Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
38423 Lincoln Tr
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1306
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1306
Grades: 12
| 29 students
Fairview Day Treatment Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
11725 Stinson Ave
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2501
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2501
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Franconia School Record (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Missing Address
Shafer, MN 55074
(888) 888-8888
Shafer, MN 55074
(888) 888-8888
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Level 4 Program Pathways To Change (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
11725 Stinson Ave
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Grades: K-12
| 13 students
North Branch Early Childhood (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
38705 Grand Ave
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1013
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1013
Grades: PK
| 26 students
6644 Main Street
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1100
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1100
Grades: PK
| 56 students
North Branch Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1400
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1400
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Soar (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
11725 Stinson Avenue
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2076
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2076
Grades: 1-12
| 5 students
Trio Program High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Box 566
Rush City, MN 55069
(320) 358-4795
Rush City, MN 55069
(320) 358-4795
Grades: 8-12
| 5 students
10363 Liberty
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Chisago County, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in Chisago County, MN include Chisago Lakes Senior High School, Norse Area Learning Center and Pathway To Change.
How many public high schools are located in Chisago County?
13 public high schools are located in Chisago County.
What is the racial composition of students in Chisago County?
Chisago County public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Chisago County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Chisago County include: North Branch Area High School vs. Chisago Lakes Senior High School, Chisago Lakes Senior High School vs. North Branch Area High School, Rush City Secondary vs. North Branch Area High School
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