For the 2024 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 3,086 students in 56537, MN (there are 4 private schools, serving 490 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 56537, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 56537, MN are Cleveland Elementary School, Kennedy Middle School and Kennedy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56537 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 56537, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56537, MN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cleveland Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
919 Northern Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: 2-4
| 352 students
Rank: #22.
Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Randolph Ave E
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: 5-8
| 776 students
Rank: #33.
Kennedy High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Randolph Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: 9-12
| 669 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Fergus Falls Ec/elementary Sp Ed
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
518 Friberg Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Grades: PK-4
| 5 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
IQ Academy of Minnesota
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
340 Friberg Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: K-12
| 257 students
Rank: #66.
Fergus Falls Elementary Sp Educational 5-8
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
518 Friberg Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Grades: 5-8
| 6 students
Rank: #77.
Fergus Falls Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
340 Friberg Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: 5-12
| 95 students
Rank: n/an/a
301 West Bancroft Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: 1-2
| 304 students
Rank: n/an/a
Fergus Falls Early Childhood Sp Ed
Special Education School
725 West Laurel Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Grades: PK
| 62 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lakes Country - Alex
Special Education School
524 Willow Drive
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Grades: K-12
| 6 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lakes Country Academy
Special Education School
1814 1st Ave N
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Grades: K-12
| 14 students
Rank: n/an/a
724 Laurel Ave West
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: PK-1
| 236 students
Rank: n/an/a
Shared Time School
Alternative School
601 Randolph Avenue
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: K-12
| 0 students
56537, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
805 E. Channing
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: K
| 105 students
Fergus Falls Area Sp. Ed. Coop. (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
518 Friberg Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
601 Randolph Avenue E
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Grades: 5-8
| 775 students
601 Randolph Avenue
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(877) 994-4766
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(877) 994-4766
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Lakes Area Education Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1010 Maryland Ln
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Lakes Country Academy - Mhd (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
2410 14th Street South
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Grades: K-10
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56537, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56537, MN include Cleveland Elementary School, Kennedy Middle School and Kennedy High School.
How many public schools are located in 56537, MN?
15 public schools are located in 56537, MN.
What percentage of students in 56537, MN go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 56537, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56537, MN?
56537, MN public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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