For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 445 students in 56473, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 56473, MN are Pillager Middle School and Central Lakes Adventure School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 56473 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56473, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56473, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pillager Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
323 E 2nd St S
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3772
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3772
Grades: 5-8
| 405 students
Rank: #22.
Central Lakes Adventure School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12763 County Rd 1
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3875
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3875
Grades: 7-12
| 40 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 56473, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 56473, MN include Pillager Middle School and Central Lakes Adventure School.
How many public middle schools are located in 56473?
2 public middle schools are located in 56473.
What is the racial composition of students in 56473?
56473 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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