Best 56097 Minnesota Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 348 students in 56097, MN.
The top-ranked public high school in 56097, MN is United South Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 56097 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56097, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56097 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is United South Central High School, with 70-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 56097, MN Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
United South Central High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
600 11th St. Sw
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5819
Gr: 7-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 56097 Minnesota

56097, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
600 11th St. Sw
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-3134
350 3rd St Nw
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5001
Gr: 1-7

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 56097, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 56097, MN include United South Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 56097?
1 public high schools are located in 56097.
What is the racial composition of students in 56097?
56097 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% 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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