Minnesota School Calendars

315 school districts

Minnesota has 242 school districts across 240 cities with calendar data for the 2025-26 school year. Districts average 175 instructional days per year.

Academic Calendar Overview

Minnesota school districts follow a 2025-26 academic calendar that spans from August 1, 2025 through June 26, 2026. With 242 districts across 240 cities and communities, Minnesota families have a wide range of schedules to navigate depending on where they live. Understanding when school starts, when breaks fall, and how many instructional days your child will have helps parents plan vacations, childcare, and family activities around the academic year. With an average of 175 instructional days required per year, Minnesota school districts must carefully balance state mandates with local scheduling needs, including teacher planning days, professional development, and weather makeup days.

When Does School Start?

The earliest Minnesota districts begin classes on August 1, 2025, while others do not start until September 11, 2025 — a spread of 41 days that reflects the diverse local priorities and climate conditions across the state. Districts that start earlier in the summer tend to align breaks with local events or agricultural cycles, while later-starting districts may preserve more of the traditional summer for families. This variation means a family moving from one Minnesota district to another could encounter a schedule shift of several weeks, making it important to verify your specific district's calendar each year. Across Minnesota, districts average 175 instructional days — a figure set by state education mandates but often exceeded by individual districts that build in additional learning time.

Break Schedules

For the 2025-26 academic year, the most common spring break window in Minnesota runs from April 3, 2026 through April 6, 2026, a schedule shared by 40 districts. Families planning spring travel should be aware that while this is the dominant pattern, not all Minnesota districts follow the same dates — some districts schedule spring break a week earlier or later based on local traditions or the academic calendar layout. Winter break — the longest scheduled recess of the school year — most commonly begins December 22, 2025 and runs through January 2, 2026 for 100 Minnesota districts. This multi-week window is a critical planning period for families booking holiday travel, managing childcare during the break, and coordinating with extended family schedules.

Data Sources & Accuracy

Major Minnesota communities including Mountain Iron, Hermantown, Deer River, and Big Falls are represented in our dataset, alongside hundreds of smaller districts across the state. All calendar data on this site is sourced directly from official Minnesota school district websites, PDF calendars, and district-published iCal feeds. The data is refreshed regularly to reflect mid-year amendments, snow day adjustments, and any changes announced by districts after the start of the school year. While we work to keep information current, parents should always verify critical dates — such as the first day of school, standardized testing windows, and graduation ceremonies — against their district's official website or the district office directly. Use the district links below to navigate to your specific school calendar page, where you can view the full schedule and download an iCal file for Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Outlook.

First Day of School
Aug 1 – Sep 11
Last Day of School
May 4 – Jun 26
Most Common Spring Break
Apr 3 – Apr 6
40 districts
Most Common Winter Break
Dec 22 – Jan 2
100 districts

Top Cities by District Count

Mountain Iron(2)Hermantown(2)Deer River(2)Big Falls(2)Wrenshall(1)Worthington(1)Winona(1)Windom(1)Willow River(1)Willmar(1)

Compare School Calendars

Showing districts with available 2025-26 calendar data. Data updates daily.

DistrictFirst DayLast DaySpring BreakWinter Break
A.C.G.C. Public School DistrictSep 8May 27Mar 26Dec 23
Ada-Borup-West Public SchoolsSep 2May 28Mar 26Dec 23
Adrian Public School DistrictSep 8May 26—Dec 23
Aitkin Public School DistrictSep 8Jun 3Mar 24Dec 23
Albany Public School DistrictSep 1May 28Mar 25Dec 23
Albert Lea Public School DistrictAug 19May 26Mar 22Dec 22
Alden-Conger Public School DistrictSep 1May 28Mar 8Dec 24
Alexandria Public School DistrictAug 18Jun 12Apr 1Jan 1
Annandale Public School DistrictSep 2Jun 3Apr 3Dec 22
Anoka-Hennepin Public School DistrictSep 8Jun 10Mar 29Dec 28
Austin Public School DistrictAug 19May 26Mar 8Dec 21
Badger Public School DistrictSep 8May 28Mar 26Dec 24
Bagley Public School DistrictSep 8May 27Mar 26Dec 23
Barnesville Public School DistrictSep 1May 26Mar 26Dec 23
Barnum Public School DistrictSep 1Jun 3Mar 22Dec 24
Battle Lake Public School DistrictSep 8May 27Mar 26Dec 24
Becker Public School DistrictSep 1Jun 3Mar 22Dec 23
Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Public School DistrictAug 27Jun 5—Dec 25
Belle Plaine Public School DistrictSep 8May 27Mar 22Dec 21
Bemidji Public School DistrictSep 8May 28Mar 26Dec 23

A11 districts

B28 districts

C22 districts

D8 districts

E11 districts

F15 districts

G11 districts

H18 districts

I2 districts

J2 districts

K6 districts

L23 districts

M31 districts

N13 districts

O7 districts

P17 districts

R21 districts

S31 districts

T6 districts

U4 districts

V1 district

W25 districts

Y1 district

Z1 district

Frequently Asked Questions

When does school start in Minnesota?

For the 2025-26 school year, the first day of school in Minnesota ranges from August 1, 2025 to September 11, 2025, depending on the district. Check individual district calendars below for exact dates.

When is the last day of school in Minnesota?

The last day of school in Minnesota for 2025-26 ranges from May 4, 2026 to June 26, 2026. Each district sets its own end date based on local scheduling.

When is spring break in Minnesota?

The most common spring break dates in Minnesota for 2025-26 are April 3, 2026 to April 6, 2026, shared by 40 districts. Other districts may have different dates — check your district's calendar for exact spring break timing.

How many school districts are in Minnesota?

We have calendar data for 242 school districts in Minnesota, spanning 240 cities. The average school year includes 175 instructional days.