For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 415 students in 55795, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 55795, MN are Willow River Elementary School and Willow River Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55795 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55795, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55795, MN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow River Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8142 Pine St
Willow River, MN 55795
(218) 372-3131
Willow River, MN 55795
(218) 372-3131
Gr: PK-6 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Willow River Secondary
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8142 Pine St
Willow River, MN 55795
(218) 372-3131
Willow River, MN 55795
(218) 372-3131
Gr: 7-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
55795, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Willow River Area Learning Program (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
8142 Pine St
Willow River, MN 55795
(218) 372-3131
Willow River, MN 55795
(218) 372-3131
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55795, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55795, MN include Willow River Elementary School and Willow River Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 55795?
2 public schools are located in 55795.
What is the racial composition of students in 55795?
55795 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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