For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 520 students in 55909, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 93 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 55909, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55909, MN are Southland Middle School, Southland Senior High School and Southland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55909 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55909, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55909, MN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southland Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Nw Water St
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3568
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3568
Gr: 6-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Southland Senior High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Nw Water St
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3568
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3568
Gr: 9-12 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Southland Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Nw Water St
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3283
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3283
Gr: PK-5 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55909, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55909, MN include Southland Middle School, Southland Senior High School and Southland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55909?
3 public schools are located in 55909.
What percentage of students in 55909 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 55909 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55909?
55909 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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