For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 241 students in 56159, MN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 56159, MN is Mountain Lake Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 56159 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56159, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56159, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Lake Secondary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 12th St N
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-2325
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-2325
Gr: 7-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 56159, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56159, MN include Mountain Lake Secondary.
How many public middle schools are located in 56159?
1 public middle schools are located in 56159.
What is the racial composition of students in 56159?
56159 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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