Dassel-Cokato Public Schools

Located at 4852 Reardon Ave SW in Cokato, Minnesota, Dassel-Cokato Public Schools is an active, regular public school district offering a comprehensive educational continuum from prekindergarten through 12th grade. Situated in a rural remote community within the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metropolitan region, the district manages five operational schools dedicated to serving local families. Based on National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) data for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district boasts a total enrollment of 2,020 students, comprising 1,048 male and 972 female learners. The student body reflects its regional community, bringing together 1,855 White, 83 Hispanic, 60 multi-racial, 14 Black, 5 American Indian, and 3 Asian students into a cohesive learning environment.

To foster student success from early childhood entry through high school graduation, Dassel-Cokato Public Schools maintains a well-resourced operational framework and workforce. The district is powered by approximately 581 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members, creating an expansive network of support for its learners. This includes more than 255 FTE classroom teachers, 58 FTE instructional aides providing targeted classroom assistance, and nearly 268 FTE support personnel spanning administrative, logistical, and student-service roles. With balanced grade-level cohorts—highlighted by a graduating senior class of nearly 200 students—the district successfully blends small-town community values with robust educational infrastructure. Parents, students, and educational researchers can explore additional district initiatives and resources online at isd466.org.