For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 424 students in 56171, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56171, MN are Martin County West Senior High School and Martin County West Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56171 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56171, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56171, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Martin County West Senior High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
16 W 5th St
Sherburn, MN 56171
(507) 764-4671
Sherburn, MN 56171
(507) 764-4671
Gr: 9-12 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Martin County West Junior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16 W 5th St
Sherburn, MN 56171
(507) 764-4671
Sherburn, MN 56171
(507) 764-4671
Gr: 7-8 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
105 E 5th St
Sherburn, MN 56171
(507) 764-4461
Sherburn, MN 56171
(507) 764-4461
Gr: K-2 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56171, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56171, MN include Martin County West Senior High School and Martin County West Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 56171?
3 public schools are located in 56171.
What is the racial composition of students in 56171?
56171 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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