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Best 56661 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 182 students in 56661, MN.

The top-ranked public schools in 56661, MN are Northome Elementary School and Northome Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 56661 have an score of 30% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56661, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.

Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56661, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Northome Elementary School

(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
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11731 Highway 1
Northome, MN 56661
(218) 897-5275

Gr: PK-6 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 31%

Rank: #22.

Northome Secondary

(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
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11731 Highway 1
Northome, MN 56661
(218) 897-5275

Gr: 7-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 56661, MN?

The top-ranked public schools in 56661, MN include Northome Elementary School and Northome Secondary.

How many public schools are located in 56661?

2 public schools are located in 56661.

What is the racial composition of students in 56661?

56661 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).