For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 885 students in 55923, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 22 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 55923, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55923, MN are Chatfield Elementary School and Chatfield Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55923 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55923, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55923, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chatfield Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11555 Hillside Dr Se
Chatfield, MN 55923
(507) 867-4521
Chatfield, MN 55923
(507) 867-4521
Gr: PK-6 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Chatfield Secondary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
205 Union St Ne
Chatfield, MN 55923
(507) 867-4210
Chatfield, MN 55923
(507) 867-4210
Gr: 7-12 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Focus Alp
Alternative School
205 Union Street Ne
Chatfield, MN 55923
(507) 867-4210
Chatfield, MN 55923
(507) 867-4210
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55923, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55923, MN include Chatfield Elementary School and Chatfield Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 55923?
3 public schools are located in 55923.
What percentage of students in 55923 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 55923 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55923?
55923 public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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