For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 160 students in 56157, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56157, MN are Lynd Elementary School and Lynd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56157 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56157, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56157, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lynd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
106 Saint Albans St
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4404
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4404
Grades: PK-5
| 98 students
Rank: #22.
Lynd Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
106 Saint Albans St
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4440
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4440
Grades: 5-8
| 62 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lynd Learning Center Credit Recover
Alternative School
106 Saint Albans Street
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4404
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4404
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56157, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56157, MN include Lynd Elementary School and Lynd Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 56157?
3 public schools are located in 56157.
What is the racial composition of students in 56157?
56157 public schools minority enrollment is 38% 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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