For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 936 students in 55056, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in 55056, MN are Norse Area Learning Center, North Branch Area High School and Distance Learning Academy Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 55056 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 55056, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 55056 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Branch Area High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55056, MN Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norse Area Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
Grades: 7-12
| 56 students
Rank: #22.
North Branch Area High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38175 Grand Ave
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1500
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1500
Grades: 9-12
| 781 students
Rank: #33.
Distance Learning Academy Secondary
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
Grades: 6-12
| 76 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chisago County Schools' Life Work C
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(320) 358-1244
North Branch, MN 55056
(320) 358-1244
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
55056, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Brooker Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
38423 Lincoln Tr
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1306
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1306
Grades: 12
| 29 students
North Branch Early Childhood (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
38705 Grand Ave
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1013
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1013
Grades: PK
| 26 students
6644 Main Street
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1100
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1100
Grades: PK
| 56 students
North Branch Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1400
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1400
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 55056, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 55056, MN include Norse Area Learning Center, North Branch Area High School and Distance Learning Academy Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in 55056?
4 public high schools are located in 55056.
What is the racial composition of students in 55056?
55056 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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