Best 56585 Minnesota Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 302 students in 56585, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56585, MN are Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School and Ulen-hitterdal Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56585 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56585, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56585, MN Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
27 Nw 2nd St
Ulen, MN 56585
(218) 596-8853
Gr: K-6 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Ulen-hitterdal Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
27 Nw 2nd St
Ulen, MN 56585
(218) 596-8853
Gr: 7-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 56585, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56585, MN include Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School and Ulen-hitterdal Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56585?
2 public schools are located in 56585.
What is the racial composition of students in 56585?
56585 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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