For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 313 students in 56316, MN.
The top ranked public school in 56316, MN is Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56316 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56316, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56316, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
245 School Avenue
Brooten, MN 56316
(320) 254-8211
Brooten, MN 56316
(320) 254-8211
Grades: PK-5
| 313 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bbe Learning Center
Alternative School
710 Washburn Ave
Brooten, MN 56316
(320) 254-8211
Brooten, MN 56316
(320) 254-8211
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56316, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56316, MN include Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 56316?
2 public schools are located in 56316.
What is the racial composition of students in 56316?
56316 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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