For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 386 students in 56738, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56738, MN are Newfolden Elementary School and Marshall County Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56738 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56738, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56738, MN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newfolden Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
305 W Minnesota Ave
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8805
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8805
Gr: 2-4 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Marshall County Central High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
310 W Minnesota Ave
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-7225
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-7225
Gr: 7-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
310 W Minnesota Ave
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-7225
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-7225
Gr: 5-6 | 78 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Nw Region Interdistrict Council
Special Education School
201 W Minnesota Ave
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8215
Newfolden, MN 56738
(218) 874-8215
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56738, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56738, MN include Newfolden Elementary School and Marshall County Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 56738?
4 public schools are located in 56738.
What is the racial composition of students in 56738?
56738 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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