For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,574 students in 55355, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 59 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 55355, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55355, MN are Litchfield Middle School, Wings Alternative Program and Litchfield Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55355 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55355, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55355, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Litchfield Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
340 E 10th St
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2441
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2441
Gr: 5-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Wings Alternative Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1326 East Ripley St.
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 543-1122
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 543-1122
Gr: 7-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Litchfield Senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 N Gilman Ave
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2424
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2424
Gr: 9-12 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Lake Ripley Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 W Pleasure Dr
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2436
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2436
Gr: K-4 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Litchfield Area Learning Program
Alternative School
901 N Gilman Ave
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2424
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2424
Gr: 10-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Litchfield Early Childhood Special
Special Education School
307 E 6th St
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2824
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2824
Gr: PK | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
55355, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Libre Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
101 South Gorman Avenue
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2444
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2444
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
307 E 6th St
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2824
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2824
Gr: 4-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55355, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55355, MN include Litchfield Middle School, Wings Alternative Program and Litchfield Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 55355?
6 public schools are located in 55355.
What percentage of students in 55355 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 55355 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55355?
55355 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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