For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 435 students in 55349, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in 55349, MN are Hlww Alternative Learning Program, Howard Lake-waverly-winsted Secondary School and Trek Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 55349 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 55349, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 55349 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Howard Lake-waverly-winsted Secondary School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55349, MN Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hlww Alternative Learning Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
720 9th Ave
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Howard Lake-waverly-winsted Secondary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8700 County Road 6 Sw
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-4600
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Trek Program
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
720 9th Ave
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Gr: K-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Alp Credit Recovery
Alternative School
720 9th Ave
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Step Td Program
Special Education School
720 9th Ave
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Gr: 11-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 55349, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 55349, MN include Hlww Alternative Learning Program, Howard Lake-waverly-winsted Secondary School and Trek Program.
How many public high schools are located in 55349?
5 public high schools are located in 55349.
What is the racial composition of students in 55349?
55349 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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