Best 56081 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 581 students in 56081, MN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 56081, MN is St. James Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 56081 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56081, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56081, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. James Middle/high School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 10th Ave N
Saint James, MN 56081
(507) 375-3381
Gr: 6-12 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
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56081, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1001 10th Avenue N.
Saint James, MN 56081
(507) 375-3381

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 56081, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56081, MN include St. James Middle/high School.
How many public middle schools are located in 56081?
1 public middle schools are located in 56081.
What is the racial composition of students in 56081?
56081 public middle schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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