For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 156 students in 56531, MN.
The top ranked public school in 56531, MN is West Central Area N. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 56531 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56531, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56531, MN 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Central Area N. Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
411 1st St Se
Elbow Lake, MN 56531
(218) 685-7500
Elbow Lake, MN 56531
(218) 685-7500
Gr: PK-4 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56531, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56531, MN include West Central Area N. Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 56531?
1 public schools are located in 56531.
What is the racial composition of students in 56531?
56531 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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