For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 355 students in 56557, MN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 56557, MN are Mahnomen Area Learning Center and Mahnomen Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56557 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56557, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56557 have a Graduation Rate of 46%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mahnomen Secondary, with 50-59% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56557, MN Public High 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 Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
209 1st St W
Mahnomen, MN 56557
(218) 935-2213
Mahnomen, MN 56557
(218) 935-2213
Gr: 7-12 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 56557, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 56557, MN include Mahnomen Area Learning Center and Mahnomen Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in 56557?
2 public high schools are located in 56557.
What is the racial composition of students in 56557?
56557 public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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