Traverse County Schools & Education
Traverse County, Minnesota
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
63/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 86.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,783
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,463
School Score
63/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 55/100
State Score Position
#26
of 87 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Traverse County
Measured School Summary
Traverse County performs at an average level with a school score of 63/100 and a solid graduation rate of 90.0%.
Funding Context
Traverse County spends $8,783 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 15% above the Minnesota average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 4% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Traverse County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
4 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
63/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #26 of 87 Minnesota counties with school score data.
Completion
90.0%
3.4 pts above the state average
Funding context
$8,783
$320 above the state average
School coverage
4
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Traverse County has 4 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Traverse County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Traverse County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#26
of 87 Minnesota counties with school score data. The county score is 8 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
WHEATON AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary and high visible
366 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
Browns Valley Public School Dist
Elementary and middle visible
180 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Browns Valley Public School Dist is the largest listed district slice, with 2 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Traverse County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Traverse County district systems?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Traverse County, Minnesota
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Small and Specialized: Traverse County Schools
Traverse County has one of the smallest school systems in the state, with just 4 schools serving 546 total students. These schools are managed by 2 districts and cover elementary, middle, and high school levels. The tiny scale allows for a highly personalized education for every student.
Leading Districts in Traverse County
The Wheaton Area Public School District is the county's largest, serving 366 students in its elementary and secondary schools. The Browns Valley Public School District serves the remaining 180 students. There are no charter schools, as the two local districts provide all necessary public education services.
A Truly Rural Learning Environment
All 4 schools in the county are located in rural areas, reflecting the county’s agricultural character. Wheaton Secondary is the largest school with 192 students, while the average school size is just 137. It is a place where teachers and students form deep, multi-year connections.
School Overview
Total Schools
4
in Traverse County
Reported Enrollment
546
4 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Traverse County
WHEATON AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Browns Valley Public School Dist
4 Public Schools in Traverse County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 4 of 4 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHEATON SECONDARY | Record | WHEATON AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | WHEATON, 56296Rural: Remote | 6–12 | High | 192 |
| PEARSON ELEMENTARY | Record | WHEATON AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | WHEATON, 56296Rural: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 174 |
| BROWNS VALLEY ELEMENTARY | Record | Browns Valley Public School Dist | BROWNS VALLEY, 56219Rural: Remote | PK–4 | Primary | 118 |
| BROWNS VALLEY MIDDLE | Record | Browns Valley Public School Dist | BROWNS VALLEY, 56219Rural: Remote | 5–10 | Middle | 62 |
WHEATON SECONDARY
WHEATON AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
WHEATON, 56296 / Rural: Remote
PEARSON ELEMENTARY
WHEATON AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
WHEATON, 56296 / Rural: Remote
BROWNS VALLEY ELEMENTARY
Browns Valley Public School Dist
BROWNS VALLEY, 56219 / Rural: Remote
BROWNS VALLEY MIDDLE
Browns Valley Public School Dist
BROWNS VALLEY, 56219 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,783
State avg $8,463
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Schools in Traverse County, Minnesota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Traverse County, Minnesota?
Traverse County has one of the smallest school systems in the state, with just 4 schools serving 546 total students. These schools are managed by 2 districts and cover elementary, middle, and high school levels. The tiny scale allows for a highly personalized education for every student.
What are the major school districts in Traverse County, Minnesota?
The Wheaton Area Public School District is the county's largest, serving 366 students in its elementary and secondary schools. The Browns Valley Public School District serves the remaining 180 students. There are no charter schools, as the two local districts provide all necessary public education services.
What is the school experience like in Traverse County?
All 4 schools in the county are located in rural areas, reflecting the county’s agricultural character. Wheaton Secondary is the largest school with 192 students, while the average school size is just 137. It is a place where teachers and students form deep, multi-year connections.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.