Best 56085 Minnesota Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 589 students in 56085, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 768 private students). 43% of all K-12 students in 56085, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 56085, MN are Sleepy Eye Secondary School and Sleepy Eye Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56085 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56085, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56085, MN Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sleepy Eye Secondary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
400 4th Ave Sw
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-7904
Grades: 7-12
| 251 students
Rank: #22.
Sleepy Eye Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
400 4th Ave Sw
Sleepy Eye, MN 56085
(507) 794-7905
Grades: PK-6
| 338 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 56085, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56085, MN include Sleepy Eye Secondary School and Sleepy Eye Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 56085?
2 public schools are located in 56085.
What percentage of students in 56085 go to public school?
43% of all K-12 students in 56085 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56085?
56085 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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