For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,158 students in 56716, MN (there are 2 private schools, serving 145 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 56716, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 56716, MN are Highland Elementary School, New Paths Alternative Learning Prgm and Crookston Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56716 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 56716, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56716, MN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
801 N Central Ave
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-5600
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-5600
Grades: 1-6
| 446 students
Rank: #22.
New Paths Alternative Learning Prgm
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
116 West Robert St
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-5864
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-5864
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Rank: #33.
Crookston Secondary
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
402 Fisher Ave
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2144
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2144
Grades: 7-12
| 565 students
Rank: n/an/a
Crookston Pre-k Program
Special Education School
724 University Ave
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2762
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2762
Grades: PK
| 26 students
Rank: n/an/a
Northern Lights Academy
Alternative School
600 Bruce St
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 470-8325
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 470-8325
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
724 University Ave
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2762
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2762
Grades: PK-K
| 120 students
56716, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
900 Alexander St.
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2854
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2854
Grades: PK-K
| 94 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56716, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56716, MN include Highland Elementary School, New Paths Alternative Learning Prgm and Crookston Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56716, MN?
6 public schools are located in 56716, MN.
What percentage of students in 56716, MN go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 56716, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56716, MN?
56716, MN public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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