Education

Education in Barnum has always been a high priority. From the first schoolhouses built in the late 1800's to today's modern facilities, Barnum has made the education of children first on the list of community support.

Barnum's educational system consists of separate buildings for both the elementary and secondary students, The elementary school was built in 1963 and just recently went through an expansion project to add additional and larger classrooms. While the classrooms are large, the class sizes are not, as the philosophy of the education system in Barnum is to allow for as much personal attention as possible with each child. Average elementary class sizes are less than 25 students.

Barnum's high school facility was built in 1983. The facility houses students in 7th through 12th grade. In addition, a vocational center for other classes is housed in the facility. The new high school comprises the best of modern educational equipment and facilities. The curriculum is broad and a wide variety of extracurricular activities are also offered. Students with special needs are accommodated with an extensive special education program. A community education program offers classes ranging from aerobics to engine repair to theater productions for area residents. In addition, winter and summer recreation programs provide for swimming lessons, Little League, girls softball, tennis and other activities.

The Barnum School District owns and operates its own fleet of buses for transportation of students to school and for other activities.

Schools website: www.barnum.k12.mn.us