For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,196 students in 56003, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56003, MN are Bridges Community Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School and Hoover Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56003 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56003, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56003, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bridges Community Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
320 Garfield Ave
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-2800
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-2800
Grades: K-5
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
441 Monroe Ave
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-7889
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-7889
Grades: K-5
| 405 students
Rank: #33.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1524 Hoover Dr
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 388-5202
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 388-5202
Grades: K-5
| 493 students
Rank: #44.
Futures Program
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Commerce Dr
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-1455
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-1455
Grades: K-12
| 31 students
Rank: n/an/a
Futures Sun
Special Education School
2077 Lookout Dr
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-1455
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-1455
Grades: 1-12
| 17 students
Rank: n/an/a
2075 Lookout Dr
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 389-5106
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 389-5106
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
56003, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
320 Garfield Ave
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-4400
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-4400
Grades: 6
| 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 56003, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56003, MN include Bridges Community Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School and Hoover Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56003?
6 public elementary schools are located in 56003.
What is the racial composition of students in 56003?
56003 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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