For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 3,260 students in 56537, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 484 private students). 87% 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 55% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56537, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56537, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cleveland Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
919 Northern Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: 4-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Randolph Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: 5-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Kennedy High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Randolph Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: 9-12 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
K-8 Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 N Tower Road
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0935
Gr: K-8 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Lakes Country Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1814 1st Ave N
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Iq Academy 9-12
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
340 Friberg Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: 9-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Iq Academy K-5
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
340 Friberg Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: K-5 | 208 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Iq Academy 6-8
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
340 Friberg Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: 6-8 | 155 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #99.
Fergus Falls Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
340 Friberg Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: 5-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
301 West Bancroft Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: 1-3 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
2300 College Way
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: PK | 42 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lakes Country Academy - Alex
Special Education School
524 Willow Drive
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Gr: K-6 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
2300 College Way
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: PK-K | 236 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
724 W Laurel St
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: 1-3 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Shared Time School
Alternative School
601 Randolph Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: K-12
56537, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
805 E. Channing
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: K | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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
Gr: PK-12
601 Randolph Avenue E
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 998-0544
Gr: 5-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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
Gr: 7-12
Lakes Country Academy - Mhd (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
2410 14th Street South
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-3273
Gr: K-10 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
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?
15 public schools are located in 56537.
What percentage of students in 56537 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 56537 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56537?
56537 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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