For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 463 students in Alden, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Alden, MN are Alden-conger Elementary School and Alden-conger Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alden, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Alden have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alden, MN (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alden-conger Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Gr: PK-6 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Alden-conger Secondary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Gr: 7-12 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Next Step West (Alden)
Special Education School
155 S Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 857-1160
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 857-1160
Gr: 8-12 | 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Alden, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Alden, MN include Alden-conger Elementary School and Alden-conger Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Alden?
3 public schools are located in Alden.
What is the racial composition of students in Alden?
Alden public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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