Best 56628 Minnesota Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 269 students in 56628, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56628, MN are Bigfork Elementary School and Bigfork Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56628 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56628, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56628, MN Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bigfork Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Huskie Blvd
Bigfork, MN 56628
(218) 743-3444
Gr: PK-6 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Bigfork Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Huskie Blvd
Bigfork, MN 56628
(218) 743-3444
Gr: 7-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 56628, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56628, MN include Bigfork Elementary School and Bigfork Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56628?
2 public schools are located in 56628.
What is the racial composition of students in 56628?
56628 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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