In January 2023, Brainerd Public Schools began celebrating its 150 years (1873-2023) of providing public education as a school district.

Initially, education was only provided within the city limits of Brainerd. By order of the Minnesota legislature, country schools and smaller school districts were consolidated into the Brainerd Public Schools.

Today, Brainerd Public Schools spans 516 square miles, encompassing Cass, Crow Wing, and Morrison Counties, and serves over 6,700 students annually. Brainerd Public Schools has six elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and three alternative programming sites.