For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 362 students in 56557, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56557, MN are Mahnomen Area Learning Center and Mahnomen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56557 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56557, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56557, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mahnomen Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
209 1st St Sw
Mahnomen, MN 56557
(218) 935-2346
Mahnomen, MN 56557
(218) 935-2346
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 43:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Mahnomen Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
310 W Madison Ave
Mahnomen, MN 56557
(218) 935-2581
Mahnomen, MN 56557
(218) 935-2581
Gr: PK-6 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56557, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56557, MN include Mahnomen Area Learning Center and Mahnomen Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56557?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56557.
What is the racial composition of students in 56557?
56557 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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