For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 315 students in Elgin, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Elgin, MN is Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elgin, MN public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Elgin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Elgin, MN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
210 2nd St Sw
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2213
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2213
Gr: 4-6 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Elgin, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Box 364
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2213
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2213
Gr: PK-6 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Box 364
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2521
Elgin, MN 55932
(507) 876-2521
Gr: 7-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Elgin, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Elgin, MN include Plainview-elgin-millville 4-6.
How many public elementary schools are located in Elgin?
1 public elementary schools are located in Elgin.
What is the racial composition of students in Elgin?
Elgin public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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