For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 433 students in 56277, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56277, MN are Bold-bird Island Elementary School and Bold Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56277 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56277, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56277, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bold-bird Island Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
701 S. 9th St
Olivia, MN 56277
(320) 523-1031
Olivia, MN 56277
(320) 523-1031
Gr: PK-4 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Bold Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 S. 9th Street
Olivia, MN 56277
(320) 523-1031
Olivia, MN 56277
(320) 523-1031
Gr: 5-8 | 173 students Minority enrollment: 19%
56277, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bold Learning Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
701 9th St South
Olivia, MN 56277
(320) 523-1031
Olivia, MN 56277
(320) 523-1031
Gr: 7-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
701 S. 9th St.
Olivia, MN 56277
(320) 523-1962
Olivia, MN 56277
(320) 523-1962
Gr: PK-4 | 214 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56277, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56277, MN include Bold-bird Island Elementary School and Bold Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56277?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56277.
What is the racial composition of students in 56277?
56277 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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