For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 552 students in 56264, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 58 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 56264, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 56264, MN are Minneota Elementary School and Minneota Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56264 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56264, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56264, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Minneota Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
504 N Monroe St
Minneota, MN 56264
(507) 872-6122
Minneota, MN 56264
(507) 872-6122
Grades: PK-6
| 268 students
Rank: #22.
Minneota Secondary
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
504 N Monroe St
Minneota, MN 56264
(507) 872-6175
Minneota, MN 56264
(507) 872-6175
Grades: 7-12
| 284 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56264, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56264, MN include Minneota Elementary School and Minneota Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56264?
2 public schools are located in 56264.
What percentage of students in 56264 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 56264 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56264?
56264 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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