Best 55056 Minnesota Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 913 students in 55056, MN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 55056, MN are North Branch Area High School, Distance Learning Academy Secondary and Norse Area Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 55056 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 55056, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 55056 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Branch Area High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 55056, MN Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Branch Area High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
38175 Grand Ave
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Distance Learning Academy Secondary
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1000
Gr: 6-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Norse Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
Gr: 7-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Chisago County Schools' Life Work C
Special Education School
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(320) 358-1214
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55056 Minnesota

55056, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Brooker Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
38423 Lincoln Tr
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1306
Gr: 12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
38705 Grand Ave
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1013
Gr: PK | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
6644 Main Street
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1100
Gr: PK | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1400

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 55056, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 55056, MN include North Branch Area High School, Distance Learning Academy Secondary and Norse Area Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 55056?
4 public high schools are located in 55056.
What is the racial composition of students in 55056?
55056 public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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