For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 328 students in 56650, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56650, MN are Kelliher Elementary School and Kelliher Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56650 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56650, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56650, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kelliher Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
345 4th St Nw
Kelliher, MN 56650
(218) 647-8286
Kelliher, MN 56650
(218) 647-8286
Gr: PK-6 | 169 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Kelliher Secondary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
345 4th St Nw
Kelliher, MN 56650
(218) 647-3110
Kelliher, MN 56650
(218) 647-3110
Gr: 7-12 | 159 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56650, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56650, MN include Kelliher Elementary School and Kelliher Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56650?
2 public schools are located in 56650.
What is the racial composition of students in 56650?
56650 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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