For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 314 students in 56074, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 47 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 56074, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 56074, MN are Nicollet Elementary School and Nicollet High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56074 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56074, 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 Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56074, MN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nicollet Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Pine St
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Gr: PK-6 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Nicollet High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Pine St
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Gr: 7-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Nicollet Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
1 Pine St
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Gr: PK | 7 students
56074, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
One Pine St
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Gr: 5-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 119:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Nicollet Special Education (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1 Pine Street
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Nicollet, MN 56074
(507) 232-3411
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56074, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56074, MN include Nicollet Elementary School and Nicollet High School.
How many public schools are located in 56074?
3 public schools are located in 56074.
What percentage of students in 56074 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 56074 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56074?
56074 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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