For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 888 students in 56649, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56649, MN are Falls Elementary School and Falls Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56649 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56649, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56649, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Falls Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1414 15th Ave
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Grades: PK-5
| 392 students
Rank: #22.
Falls Secondary
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1515 11th St
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Grades: 6-12
| 496 students
56649, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Backus Targeted Services (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2232 2nd Ave. E.
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Borderland Alternative Program (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1515 11th Street
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Borderland Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2232 2nd Avenue E
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1919 Main Ave.
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2219
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2219
Grades: K-2
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 56649, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56649, MN include Falls Elementary School and Falls Secondary.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56649?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56649.
What is the racial composition of students in 56649?
56649 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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