For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 213 students in 56120, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56120, MN are Butterfield Elementary School and Butterfield Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56120 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56120, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56120, MN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Butterfield Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
440 Hubbard Ave
Butterfield, MN 56120
(507) 956-2771
Butterfield, MN 56120
(507) 956-2771
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Butterfield Secondary
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
440 Hubbard Ave
Butterfield, MN 56120
(507) 956-2771
Butterfield, MN 56120
(507) 956-2771
Gr: 7-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56120, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56120, MN include Butterfield Elementary School and Butterfield Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56120?
2 public schools are located in 56120.
What is the racial composition of students in 56120?
56120 public schools minority enrollment is 73% 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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