Best 56481 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 247 students in 56481, MN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 56481, MN is Verndale Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 56481 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56481, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56481, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Verndale Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
411 Sw Brown St
Verndale, MN 56481
(218) 445-5184
Gr: 7-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 56481, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56481, MN include Verndale Secondary.
How many public middle schools are located in 56481?
1 public middle schools are located in 56481.
What is the racial composition of students in 56481?
56481 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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