For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 393 students in Slayton, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Slayton, MN is West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Slayton, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Slayton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Slayton, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2640 Forest Ave
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6450
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6450
Gr: 2-6 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
2420 28th St
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6450
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6450
Gr: PK-1 | 137 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Out-of-state Care And Treatment
Alternative School
2420 28th St
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Slayton, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Slayton, MN include West Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Slayton?
3 public elementary schools are located in Slayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Slayton?
Slayton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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