For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 914 students in 56649, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56649, MN are Falls Elementary School and Falls Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56649 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56649, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56649, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Falls Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1414 15th Ave
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Falls Secondary
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1515 11th St
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Gr: 6-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56649, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56649, MN include Falls Elementary School and Falls Secondary.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56649?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56649.
What is the racial composition of students in 56649?
56649 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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