For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 112 students in 56149, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56149, MN are Lake Benton Elementary School and Heartland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56149 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56149, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56149, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Benton Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 S Garfield St
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-4241
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-4241
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Heartland Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2171 100th Ave
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-3250
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-3250
Gr: K-8 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
56149, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 158
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-4241
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-4241
Gr: PK-6 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56149, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56149, MN include Lake Benton Elementary School and Heartland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56149?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56149.
What is the racial composition of students in 56149?
56149 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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