For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 469 students in Barrett, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Barrett, MN are Wca Middle School and West Central Area Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barrett, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Barrett have an average ranking of 7/10, 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 51爆料s in Barrett, MN (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wca Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 County Rd 2
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7400
Barrett, MN 56311
(320) 528-7400
Gr: 5-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
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 schools in Barrett, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Barrett, MN include Wca Middle School and West Central Area Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Barrett?
3 public schools are located in Barrett.
What is the racial composition of students in Barrett?
Barrett 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).
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