Best 56701 Minnesota Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 594 students in 56701, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in 56701, MN are Northwest Area Learning Center and Lincoln Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56701 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56701, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56701 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lincoln Senior High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 56701, MN Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwest Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
230 Labree Ave S
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-7051
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
101 Knight Ave S
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-7432
Gr: 9-12 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Summer Nw Area Learning Center
Alternative School
230 Labree Ave So
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-8711
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 56701 Minnesota

56701, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
601 County Road 61
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-2345
Gr: K-5
300 S. Spruce Avenue
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-8813
Gr: 6-8
230 Labree Ave. S.
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-8711
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 56701, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 56701, MN include Northwest Area Learning Center and Lincoln Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 56701?
3 public high schools are located in 56701.
What is the racial composition of students in 56701?
56701 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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