For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 402 students in 56271, MN.
The top ranked public school in 56271, MN is Murdock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 56271 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56271, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56271, MN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Murdock Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
408 Hollis St N
Murdock, MN 56271
(320) 875-2441
Murdock, MN 56271
(320) 875-2441
Gr: PK-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56271, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56271, MN include Murdock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 56271?
1 public schools are located in 56271.
What is the racial composition of students in 56271?
56271 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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