For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 920 students in 56362, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56362, MN are Paynesville Area Elementary School and Paynesville Area Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56362 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56362, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56362, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paynesville Area Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 W Mill St
Paynesville, MN 56362
(320) 243-3725
Paynesville, MN 56362
(320) 243-3725
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Paynesville Area Secondary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
795 Business 23 W
Paynesville, MN 56362
(320) 243-3761
Paynesville, MN 56362
(320) 243-3761
Gr: 6-12 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
56362, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56362, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56362, MN include Paynesville Area Elementary School and Paynesville Area Secondary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56362?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56362.
What is the racial composition of students in 56362?
56362 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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