BLACKDUCK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Located at 156 1st St NE in Blackduck, Minnesota, the Blackduck Public School District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving a remote rural community within the broader Bemidji region. Managing two operational school facilities, this traditional public district offers a seamless educational journey for local families, encompassing all grade levels from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Designed to provide strong educational continuity under one unified district framework, Blackduck creates an engaging learning environment tailored to nurture students from their earliest developmental years through high school graduation.

The district serves a student body of 696 enrolled children, reflecting a diverse regional demographic that includes significant American Indian, multiracial, Hispanic, and Black student populations alongside a majority White student body. To support student learning and holistic well-being, Blackduck Public Schools maintains a robust staffing infrastructure totaling over 212 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 97 full-time teachers, 20 instructional aides, and nearly 96 support staff professionals. This favorable educator-to-student ratio enables highly personalized instruction and strong community connections, positioning the district as a vital educational anchor in northern Minnesota.