For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 544 students in 56352, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in 56352, MN are Beacon Program W Central Ed. Dist., Melrose Secondary and West Central Area Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56352 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56352, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56352 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is equal to the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Melrose Secondary, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56352, MN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beacon Program W Central Ed. Dist.
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9 2nd St Sw
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-6026
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-6026
Grades: PK-12
| 11 students
Rank: #22.
Melrose Secondary
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
546 5th Ave Ne
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-5160
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-5160
Grades: 9-12
| 504 students
Rank: #33.
West Central Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9 2nd St Sw
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-7836
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-7836
Grades: 6-12
| 29 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wced Credit Recovery
Alternative School
9 2nd St Sw
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-7836
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-7836
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
56352, Minnesota 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Star Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
9 2nd Street Southwest
Melrose, MN 56352
(620) 256-7836
Melrose, MN 56352
(620) 256-7836
Grades: PK-1
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 56352, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 56352, MN include Beacon Program W Central Ed. Dist., Melrose Secondary and West Central Area Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 56352?
4 public high schools are located in 56352.
What is the racial composition of students in 56352?
56352 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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