For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 515 students in 56055, MN.
The top ranked public middle school in 56055, MN is Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 56055 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56055, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56055, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
607 Knights Ln
Lake Crystal, MN 56055
(507) 726-2110
Lake Crystal, MN 56055
(507) 726-2110
Grades: 6-12
| 515 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 56055, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 56055, MN include Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec.
How many public middle schools are located in 56055?
1 public middle schools are located in 56055.
What is the racial composition of students in 56055?
56055 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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