Top 3 Best 56362 Minnesota Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 404 students in 56362, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56362, MN are Paynesville Elementary School, Paynesville Area High School and Paynesville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56362 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 56362, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 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 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56362, MN Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paynesville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
205 W Mill St
Paynesville, MN 56362
(320) 243-3725
Grades: PK-5
| 404 students
Rank: #22.
Paynesville Area High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
795 Business 23 W
Paynesville, MN 56362
(320) 243-3761
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Paynesville Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
795 W Hwy 23
Paynesville, MN 56362
(320) 243-3761
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 56362, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56362, MN include Paynesville Elementary School, Paynesville Area High School and Paynesville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 56362, MN?
3 public schools are located in 56362, MN.
What is the racial composition of students in 56362, MN?
56362, MN public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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