For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 208 students in Lancaster, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in Lancaster, MN are Lancaster Elementary School and Lancaster Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lancaster, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Lancaster have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lancaster, MN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lancaster Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 Central Ave S
Lancaster, MN 56735
(218) 762-5400
Lancaster, MN 56735
(218) 762-5400
Gr: PK-6 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Lancaster Secondary
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Central Ave S
Lancaster, MN 56735
(218) 762-5400
Lancaster, MN 56735
(218) 762-5400
Gr: 7-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lancaster, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Lancaster, MN include Lancaster Elementary School and Lancaster Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Lancaster?
2 public schools are located in Lancaster.
What is the racial composition of students in Lancaster?
Lancaster public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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