For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 888 students in International Falls, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 68 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in International Falls, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in International Falls, MN are Falls Elementary School and Falls Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
International Falls, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in International Falls have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in International Falls, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Falls Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1414 15th Ave
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Grades: PK-5
| 392 students
Rank: #22.
Falls Secondary
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1515 11th St
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Grades: 6-12
| 496 students
International Falls, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Backus Targeted Services (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2232 2nd Ave. E.
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Borderland Alternative Program (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1515 11th Street
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Borderland Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2232 2nd Avenue E
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1919 Main Ave.
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2219
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2219
Grades: K-2
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in International Falls, MN?
The top ranked public schools in International Falls, MN include Falls Elementary School and Falls Secondary.
How many public schools are located in International Falls?
2 public schools are located in International Falls.
What percentage of students in International Falls go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in International Falls are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in International Falls?
International Falls public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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