For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 605 students in 56549, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56549, MN are Hawley Elementary School and Spring Prairie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56549 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56549, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56549, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawley Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
915 7th St
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-3316
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-3316
Gr: PK-6 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Spring Prairie Elementary School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6189 170th St N
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-3316
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-3316
Gr: K-6 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56549, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56549, MN include Hawley Elementary School and Spring Prairie Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56549?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56549.
What is the racial composition of students in 56549?
56549 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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