For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 571 students in 56586, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56586, MN are Underwood Elementary School and Underwood Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56586 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56586, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56586, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Underwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Southern Ave E
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Grades: PK-6
| 284 students
Rank: #22.
Underwood Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Southern Ave E
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Grades: 5-12
| 287 students
56586, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Underwood Alp (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
100 Southern Ave E
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56586, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56586, MN include Underwood Elementary School and Underwood Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56586?
2 public schools are located in 56586.
What is the racial composition of students in 56586?
56586 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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