For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,529 students in 56002, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in 56002, MN are Mankato West Senior High School and Mankato East Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56002 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56002, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56002 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mankato West Senior High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56002, MN Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mankato West Senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1351 S Riverfront Dr
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-3461
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-3461
Gr: 9-12 | 1,193 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Mankato East Senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2600 Hoffman Rd
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-5671
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-5671
Gr: 9-12 | 1,336 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 56002, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 56002, MN include Mankato West Senior High School and Mankato East Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 56002?
2 public high schools are located in 56002.
What is the racial composition of students in 56002?
56002 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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