Best Public Elementary Schools in 56002 (Mankato, MN) (2026)

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Best 56002 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 886 students in 56002, MN.

The top-ranked public elementary school in 56002, MN is Dakota Meadows Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public elementary school in zipcode 56002 have an score of 40% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56002, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56002, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Dakota Meadows Middle School

(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
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Top 50%

1900 Howard Dr
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-5077

Gr: 6-8 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56002, MN?

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56002, MN include Dakota Meadows Middle School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 56002?

1 public elementary schools are located in 56002.

What is the racial composition of students in 56002?

56002 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).