For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 420 students in Wells, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Wells, MN is United South Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wells, MN public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wells have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Wells, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
United South Central Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 11th St Sw
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5810
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5810
Gr: PK-6 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Wells, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Magic Academy Middle School High School (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
600 11th St. Sw
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-3134
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-3134
Southern Minn Special Service Coop Elementary School (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
350 3rd St Nw
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5001
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5001
Gr: 1-7
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Wells, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wells, MN include United South Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wells?
1 public elementary schools are located in Wells.
What is the racial composition of students in Wells?
Wells public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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