For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 230 students in Appleton, MN.
The top-ranked public school in Appleton, MN is Appleton-milan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Appleton, MN public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Appleton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Appleton, MN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Appleton-milan Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
349 S Edquist St
Appleton, MN 56208
(320) 289-1114
Appleton, MN 56208
(320) 289-1114
Gr: PK-4 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Appleton, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Appleton, MN include Appleton-milan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Appleton?
1 public schools are located in Appleton.
What is the racial composition of students in Appleton?
Appleton public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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