For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 458 students in 56623, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 56623 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56623, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56623, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 elementary schools in 56623, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56623, MN include Lake Of The Woods Elementary School and Lake Of The Woods Secondary.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56623?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56623.
What is the racial composition of students in 56623?
56623 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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