Blue Earth County Schools & Education
Blue Earth County, Minnesota
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
51/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
86.6%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
86.6%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 86.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,479
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,463
School Score
51/100
Higher = better
State avg 55/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#44
of 87 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Blue Earth County
School Verdict
Blue Earth County performs at an average level with a school score of 51/100 and a solid graduation rate of 86.6%.
Funding Context
Blue Earth County spends $8,479 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Blue Earth County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 7% below the Minnesota average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 0% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Blue Earth County, Minnesota
Mankato-Centered Education in Blue Earth
Blue Earth County manages 26 schools across 5 districts, educating 9,049 students. The infrastructure is robust, featuring 10 elementary schools and 11 high schools to serve a growing regional population.
Steady Performance Matching State Norms
The county's 86.6% graduation rate perfectly matches the Minnesota state average and sits just below the 87.0% national benchmark. Spending is also aligned with state figures, with $8,479 invested per pupil annually.
The Mankato Public School District Hub
The Mankato Public School District is the primary engine of education here, operating 23 schools for 8,362 students. Charter school options are limited, with only one such institution representing less than 4% of the county's total schools.
City-Driven Schools with Rural Outreach
With 17 schools located in city settings, the county has a distinctly urban educational feel despite its rural surrounding areas. Large campuses like Mankato East Senior High (1,293 students) provide a comprehensive high school experience.
Live Near Regional Excellence in Mankato
The Mankato area offers a wide variety of neighborhood schools that mirror the state's best performance metrics. Consider a home here to enjoy the balance of city educational resources and high graduation standards.
School Overview
Total Schools
26
in Blue Earth County
Total Enrollment
9,049
students
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
1
4% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
5 School Districts in Blue Earth County
MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
LAKE CRYSTAL-WELLCOME MEMORIAL
MAPLE RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT
ST. CLAIR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Kato Public Charter School
26 Public Schools in Blue Earth County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MANKATO EAST SENIOR HIGH | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | 9–12 | High | 1,293 |
| MANKATO WEST SENIOR HIGH | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | 9–12 | High | 1,223 |
| Prairie Winds Middle School | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | 6–8 | Middle | 954 |
| Lk Crystal-Wellcome Memorial Sec | LAKE CRYSTAL-WELLCOME MEMORIAL | 6–12 | High | 517 |
| Maple River Secondary | MAPLE RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT | 6–12 | High | 495 |
| Maple River Elementary | MAPLE RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–5 | Primary | 443 |
| Lk Crystal Wellcome Memorial El | LAKE CRYSTAL-WELLCOME MEMORIAL | PK–5 | Primary | 439 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | KG–5 | Primary | 434 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–5 | Primary | 414 |
| ST. CLAIR ELEMENTARY | ST. CLAIR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–6 | Primary | 401 |
| ST. CLAIR SECONDARY | ST. CLAIR PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | 7–12 | High | 386 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | KG–5 | Primary | 376 |
| KENNEDY ELEMENTARY | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–5 | Primary | 370 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | KG–5 | Primary | 333 |
| EAGLE LAKE ELEMENTARY | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | KG–5 | Primary | 301 |
| SPECIAL EDUCATION | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–12 | Special Education | 267 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | KG–5 | Primary | 204 |
| Central High Area Learning Center | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | 9–12 | Alternative | 92 |
| Kato Public Charter School | Kato Public Charter School | 6–12 | Charter | 68 |
| Prairie Care Mankato | MANKATO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | KG–12 | Alternative | 23 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,479
State avg $8,463
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Blue Earth County, Minnesota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Blue Earth County, Minnesota?
Blue Earth County manages 26 schools across 5 districts, educating 9,049 students. The infrastructure is robust, featuring 10 elementary schools and 11 high schools to serve a growing regional population.
How do schools in Blue Earth County perform academically?
The county's 86.6% graduation rate perfectly matches the Minnesota state average and sits just below the 87.0% national benchmark. Spending is also aligned with state figures, with $8,479 invested per pupil annually.
What are the major school districts in Blue Earth County, Minnesota?
The Mankato Public School District is the primary engine of education here, operating 23 schools for 8,362 students. Charter school options are limited, with only one such institution representing less than 4% of the county's total schools.
What is the school experience like in Blue Earth County?
With 17 schools located in city settings, the county has a distinctly urban educational feel despite its rural surrounding areas. Large campuses like Mankato East Senior High (1,293 students) provide a comprehensive high school experience.
How can I find homes near good schools in Blue Earth County, Minnesota?
The Mankato area offers a wide variety of neighborhood schools that mirror the state's best performance metrics. Consider a home here to enjoy the balance of city educational resources and high graduation standards.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.