For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 3,244 students in 56001, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56001, MN are Franklin Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56001 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56001, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56001, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1000 N Broad St
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-4287
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-4287
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 James Ave
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 388-5480
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 388-5480
Gr: K-5 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 W 6th St
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-4285
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-4285
Gr: K-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2600 E Main St
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-2122
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-2122
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Anderson Dr
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-3059
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-3059
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Central Middle School Alc
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 Fulton Street
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-3047
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-3047
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #77.
Prairie Care Mankato
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
120 E Main St
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-1818
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-1818
Gr: K-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #88.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Heron Dr
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-7672
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-7672
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #99.
Prairie Winds Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Prairie Winds Dr
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-6625
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-6625
Gr: 6-8 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1010.
Kato Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
110 N 6th St
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-5524
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-5524
Gr: 6-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Education
Special Education School
10 Civic Center Plaza Suite
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-1818
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-1818
Gr: PK-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
56001, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crew High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
110 Fulton St
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-3047
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-3047
Gr: 9-12
Mankato Area Graduation Foundation High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
110 Fulton St
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-3047
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-3047
Gr: 9-12
Mankato Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
110 Fulton St.
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-3047
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-3047
Gr: K-9
Phoenix Recovery Programs Elementary School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
220 E. Main Street Ste 105
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 386-0668
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 386-0668
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56001, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56001, MN include Franklin Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56001?
11 public elementary schools are located in 56001.
What is the racial composition of students in 56001?
56001 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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