Top 3 Best 56636 Minnesota Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 901 students in 56636, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56636, MN are King Elementary School, Deer River Schools Sped and Deer River Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56636 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 56636, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56636, MN Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
King Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
500 5th St Se
Deer River, MN 56636
(218) 246-8860
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #22.
Deer River Schools Sped
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
313 Main Ave E
Deer River, MN 56636
(218) 246-8860
Grades: K-5
| 6 students
Rank: #33.
Deer River Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
101 1st Ave Ne
Deer River, MN 56636
(218) 246-8241
Grades: 6-12
| 432 students
Rank: n/an/a
Deer River High School Alp
Alternative School
101 1st Ave Ne
Deer River, MN 56636
(218) 246-8241
Grades: 10-12
| 13 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 56636, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56636, MN include King Elementary School, Deer River Schools Sped and Deer River Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56636, MN?
4 public schools are located in 56636, MN.
What is the racial composition of students in 56636, MN?
56636, MN public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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