For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public middle schools serving 1,631 students in Bemidji, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Bemidji, MN are Schoolcraft Learning Community, Bemidji Area Learning Center and Bemidji Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bemidji, MN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Bemidji have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Bemidji, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schoolcraft Learning Community
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8955 Deer School Rd
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-2102
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-2102
Gr: K-8 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Bemidji Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2900 Division St W
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3299
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3299
Gr: 5-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Bemidji Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1910 Middle School Ave Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3215
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3215
Gr: 6-8 | 1,035 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Oshki Manidoo Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1741 15th St Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3478
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3478
Gr: 7-12 | 5 students
Rank: #55.
Lakeside Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
502 Minnesota Ave Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3477
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3477
Gr: 6-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Aurora Waasakone Community Of Learn
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3604 Bemidji Ave N
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3077
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3077
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Trek North Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Pine Ridge Ave Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-1888
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-1888
Gr: 6-8 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
First City School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1231 5th St Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3458
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3458
Gr: 3-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #99.
Voyageurs Expeditionary Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3724 Bemidji Ave N
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3130
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 444-3130
Gr: 6-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Bemidji Middle Alp
Alternative School
1910 Middle School Ave Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3215
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3215
Gr: 6-8 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Bemidji, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bemidji Middle Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
520 4th Street Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3305
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3305
Gr: K-8
Bemidji Virtual Academy (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
3300 Gillett Drive N.w.
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3102
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3102
Gr: K-8 | 71 students Minority enrollment: 7%
815 Beltrami Ave
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3220
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3220
Gr: PK-3 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Edith Hatch Evaluation Unit (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3300 Gillett Dr. N.w.
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3107
Bemidji, MN 56601
(218) 333-3107
Evergreen Shelter (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3300 Gillett Drive Nw
Bemidji, MN 56601
(888) 888-8888
Bemidji, MN 56601
(888) 888-8888
North Country Voc. Coop. Center (Closed 2025)
Vocational School
3728 Bemidji Ave N, Suite 100
Bemidji, MN 56619
(218) 755-4594
Bemidji, MN 56619
(218) 755-4594
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Bemidji, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Bemidji, MN include Schoolcraft Learning Community, Bemidji Area Learning Center and Bemidji Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Bemidji?
10 public middle schools are located in Bemidji.
What is the racial composition of students in Bemidji?
Bemidji public middle schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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