For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 189 students in 56296, MN.
The top ranked public middle school in 56296, MN is Wheaton Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 56296 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56296, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56296, MN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wheaton Secondary
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 3rd Ave S
Wheaton, MN 56296
(320) 563-8282
Wheaton, MN 56296
(320) 563-8282
Gr: 6-12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 56296, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 56296, MN include Wheaton Secondary.
How many public middle schools are located in 56296?
1 public middle schools are located in 56296.
What is the racial composition of students in 56296?
56296 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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