For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,853 students in 56093, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 149 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 56093, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 56093, MN are Waseca Middle Level Alc, Waseca Area Learning Center and Waseca Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56093 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56093, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56093, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waseca Middle Level Alc
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1717 2nd St. Nw
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5588
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5588
Gr: 7-8 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Waseca Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Elm Ave E
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5588
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5588
Gr: 7-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Waseca Senior High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1717 2nd St Nw
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5470
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5470
Gr: 9-12 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Hartley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
605 7th St Ne
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-2248
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-2248
Gr: PK-3 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Waseca Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 19th Ave Nw
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-3000
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-3000
Gr: 4-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Waseca Junior High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1717 2nd St Nw
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5470
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5470
Gr: 7-8 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Team Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 17th Ave Ne
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 833-8326
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 833-8326
Gr: K-6 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Waseca Early Childhood
Special Education School
501 Elm Ave E
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5046
Waseca, MN 56093
(507) 835-5046
Gr: PK | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56093, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56093, MN include Waseca Middle Level Alc, Waseca Area Learning Center and Waseca Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 56093?
8 public schools are located in 56093.
What percentage of students in 56093 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 56093 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56093?
56093 public schools minority enrollment is 28% 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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