For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 871 students in Aurora, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Aurora, MN are Mesabi East Elementary School and Mesabi East Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aurora, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Aurora have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Aurora, MN (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mesabi East Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 N 1st St W
Aurora, MN 55705
(218) 229-3321
Aurora, MN 55705
(218) 229-3321
Gr: PK-6 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Mesabi East Secondary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 N 1st St W
Aurora, MN 55705
(218) 229-3321
Aurora, MN 55705
(218) 229-3321
Gr: 7-12 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Aurora, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Aurora, MN include Mesabi East Elementary School and Mesabi East Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Aurora?
2 public schools are located in Aurora.
What is the racial composition of students in Aurora?
Aurora public schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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