For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,044 students in 55009, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 55009, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55009, MN are Cannon Falls Elementary School and Cannon Falls Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55009 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55009, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55009, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cannon Falls Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1020 Minnesota St E
Cannon Falls, MN 55009
(507) 263-6800
Cannon Falls, MN 55009
(507) 263-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Cannon Falls Secondary
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
820 Minnesota St E
Cannon Falls, MN 55009
(507) 263-6800
Cannon Falls, MN 55009
(507) 263-6800
Gr: 6-12 | 562 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
55009, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cannon Falls Alternative Learning (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
120 West State St
Cannon Falls, MN 55009
(507) 263-6800
Cannon Falls, MN 55009
(507) 263-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55009, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55009, MN include Cannon Falls Elementary School and Cannon Falls Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 55009?
2 public schools are located in 55009.
What percentage of students in 55009 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 55009 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55009?
55009 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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