For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 266 students in 56256, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56256, MN are Madison-marietta-nassau Elementary School and Lac Qui Parle Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56256 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56256, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56256, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison-marietta-nassau Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
316 4th St
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 598-7528
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 598-7528
Gr: PK-4 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Lac Qui Parle Valley Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2860 291st Ave
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 752-4807
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 752-4807
Gr: 5-6 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 56256, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56256, MN include Madison-marietta-nassau Elementary School and Lac Qui Parle Valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56256?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56256.
What is the racial composition of students in 56256?
56256 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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