For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 357 students in 56738, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56738, MN are Newfolden Elementary School and Marshall County Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56738 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56738, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56738, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newfolden Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
305 Minnesota Ave W
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8805
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8805
Grades: 3-6
| 142 students
Rank: #22.
Marshall County Central High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
310 Minnesota Ave W
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-7225
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-7225
Grades: 7-12
| 215 students
Rank: n/an/a
Nw Region Interdistrict Council
Special Education School
201 W Minnesota Ave
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8215
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8215
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56738, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56738, MN include Newfolden Elementary School and Marshall County Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 56738?
3 public schools are located in 56738.
What is the racial composition of students in 56738?
56738 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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