For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 492 students in 56540, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56540, MN are Fertile-beltrami Elementary School and Fertile-beltrami Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56540 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56540, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56540, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fertile-beltrami Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
210 S Mill St
Fertile, MN 56540
(218) 945-6953
Fertile, MN 56540
(218) 945-6953
Grades: PK-6
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Fertile-beltrami Secondary
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
210 S Mill St
Fertile, MN 56540
(218) 945-6953
Fertile, MN 56540
(218) 945-6953
Grades: 7-12
| 242 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56540, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56540, MN include Fertile-beltrami Elementary School and Fertile-beltrami Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56540?
2 public schools are located in 56540.
What is the racial composition of students in 56540?
56540 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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