For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 216 students in 56342, MN.
The top ranked public elementary school in 56342, MN is Isle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 56342 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56342, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56342, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Isle Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
730 5th Ave S
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3494
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3494
Grades: PK-6
| 216 students
56342, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Isle Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
730 5th Avenue S
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3494
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3494
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 56342, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56342, MN include Isle Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56342?
1 public elementary schools are located in 56342.
What is the racial composition of students in 56342?
56342 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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