Best 56514 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 870 students in 56514, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56514, MN are Barnesville Elementary School and Barnesville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56514 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56514, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56514, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barnesville Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
310 5th St Se
Barnesville, MN 56514
(218) 354-2300
Gr: PK-6 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Barnesville High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
302 3rd St Se
Barnesville, MN 56514
(218) 354-2228
Gr: 7-12 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 56514, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56514, MN include Barnesville Elementary School and Barnesville High School.
How many public schools are located in 56514?
2 public schools are located in 56514.
What is the racial composition of students in 56514?
56514 public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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