For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,071 students in 56716, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56716, MN are Highland Elementary School and Crookston Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56716 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56716, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56716, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 N Central Ave
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-5600
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-5600
Gr: K-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Crookston Secondary
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
402 Fisher Ave
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2144
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-2144
Gr: 6-12 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Northern Lights Academy
Alternative School
600 Bruce St
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 470-8325
Crookston, MN 56716
(218) 470-8325
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56716, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56716, MN include Highland Elementary School and Crookston Secondary.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56716?
3 public elementary schools are located in 56716.
What is the racial composition of students in 56716?
56716 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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