For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 458 students in 56623, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56623, MN are Lake Of The Woods Elementary School and Lake Of The Woods Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56623 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56623, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56623, MN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Of The Woods Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
236 15th Ave Sw
Baudette, MN 56623
(218) 634-2510
Baudette, MN 56623
(218) 634-2510
Gr: PK-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Lake Of The Woods Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
236 15th Ave Sw
Baudette, MN 56623
(218) 634-2510
Baudette, MN 56623
(218) 634-2510
Gr: 6-12 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
56623, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8560 State Highway 11 Se
Baudette, MN 56623
(218) 634-2425
Baudette, MN 56623
(218) 634-2425
Gr: PK-6 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
8560 State Highway 11 Se
Baudette, MN 56623
(218) 634-2425
Baudette, MN 56623
(218) 634-2425
Gr: 7-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56623, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56623, MN include Lake Of The Woods Elementary School and Lake Of The Woods Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56623?
2 public schools are located in 56623.
What is the racial composition of students in 56623?
56623 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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