For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,889 students in 56721, MN (there are 2 private schools, serving 755 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 56721, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 56721, MN are Central Middle School, East Grand Forks Senior High School and South Point Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56721 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56721, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56721, MN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1827 Bygland Rd Se
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-1141
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-1141
Grades: 6-8
| 444 students
Rank: #22.
East Grand Forks Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1420 4th Ave Nw
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-2405
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-2405
Grades: 9-12
| 541 students
Rank: #33.
South Point Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 13th St Se
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-1149
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-1149
Grades: 3-5
| 433 students
Rank: n/an/a
New Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
1427 6th Ave Nw
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-0908
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-0908
Grades: PK-2
| 471 students
56721, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Area Special Education Cooperative (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
1505 Central Ave Nw
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-0315
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-0315
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56721, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56721, MN include Central Middle School, East Grand Forks Senior High School and South Point Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 56721?
4 public schools are located in 56721.
What percentage of students in 56721 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 56721 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56721?
56721 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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