For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 984 students in 56347, MN (there are 2 private schools, serving 150 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 56347, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 56347, MN are Long Prairie-grey Eagle Elementary School and Long Prairie-grey Eagle Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56347 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56347, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56347, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Long Prairie-grey Eagle Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
205 2nd St S
Long Prairie, MN 56347
(320) 732-2194
Long Prairie, MN 56347
(320) 732-2194
Grades: PK-6
| 511 students
Rank: #22.
Long Prairie-grey Eagle Secondary
(Math: 17% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 9th St Ne
Long Prairie, MN 56347
(320) 732-2194
Long Prairie, MN 56347
(320) 732-2194
Grades: 7-12
| 473 students
56347, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 2nd St South
Long Prairie, MN 56347
(320) 732-2194
Long Prairie, MN 56347
(320) 732-2194
Grades: 6-8
| 204 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56347, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56347, MN include Long Prairie-grey Eagle Elementary School and Long Prairie-grey Eagle Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56347?
2 public schools are located in 56347.
What percentage of students in 56347 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 56347 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56347?
56347 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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