For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 291 students in 56589, MN.
The top ranked public high school in 56589, MN is Waubun Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56589 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56589, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56589 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waubun Secondary, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56589, MN Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waubun Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1013 3rd St
Waubun, MN 56589
(218) 473-6171
Waubun, MN 56589
(218) 473-6171
Gr: 7-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Waubun Alc
Alternative School
1013 3rd Street
Waubun, MN 56589
(218) 473-6173
Waubun, MN 56589
(218) 473-6173
Gr: 7-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
Waubun Area Learning Program
Alternative School
1013 3rd St
Waubun, MN 56589
(218) 473-6173
Waubun, MN 56589
(218) 473-6173
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 56589, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 56589, MN include Waubun Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in 56589?
3 public high schools are located in 56589.
What is the racial composition of students in 56589?
56589 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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