Best 56157 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 160 students in 56157, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 56157 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56157, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56157, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lynd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
106 Saint Albans St
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4404
Gr: PK-5 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Lynd Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
106 Saint Albans St
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4440
Gr: 5-8 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56157, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56157, MN include Lynd Elementary School and Lynd Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56157?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56157.
What is the racial composition of students in 56157?
56157 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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