For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 437 students in Hancock, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Hancock, MN are Hancock Elementary School and Hancock Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hancock, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Hancock have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hancock, MN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
371 Hancock Ave
Hancock, MN 56244
(320) 392-5622
Hancock, MN 56244
(320) 392-5622
Gr: PK-6 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Hancock Secondary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
371 Hancock Ave
Hancock, MN 56244
(320) 392-5622
Hancock, MN 56244
(320) 392-5622
Gr: 7-12 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hancock, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Hancock, MN include Hancock Elementary School and Hancock Secondary School.
How many public schools are located in Hancock?
2 public schools are located in Hancock.
What is the racial composition of students in Hancock?
Hancock public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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