Cook County Public Schools

District Overview
Located at 101 W 5th St in Grand Marais, Minnesota, Cook County Public Schools is an active, traditional public school district serving the state's remote, rural northeastern coastline along Lake Superior. Operating four educational facilities, the district offers a continuous educational pathway for local families, spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. For the 2024–2025 school year, the district educates an overall student body of 475 pupils, maintaining a close-knit and supportive environment where grade sizes remain intimate from early childhood programs through high school graduation.

To support its student body, Cook County Public Schools maintains a robust staffing structure comprising approximately 180 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated team includes nearly 89 full-time equivalent teachers, 17 instructional aides, and nearly 75 support staff members, ensuring exceptional individualized instruction, strong student-to-educator ratios, and comprehensive operational care. The district proudly serves a diverse community of learners—including American Indian, multiracial, Hispanic, and White students—and remains committed to fostering academic achievement and personal growth within its unique geographical landscape. Families and researchers seeking additional information can connect with the district directly at (218) 387-2271 or visit their official website at cookcountyschools.org.
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Total Schools
475
Total Students
88.6
Full-Time Teachers
5.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cook County Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White324
Hispanic31
Black2
Two or More55
American Indian63
  • White
    324 (68.2%)
  • American Indian
    63 (13.3%)
  • Two or More
    55 (11.6%)
  • Hispanic
    31 (6.5%)
  • Black
    2 (0.4%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Cook County Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High2
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:475*
Teachers (FTE):88.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.4
Schools in Cook County Public Schools
Found 5 Schools