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Best Albert Lea Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,035 students in Albert Lea, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Albert Lea, MN are Lakeview Elementary School, Halverson Elementary School and Sibley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Albert Lea, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Albert Lea have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Albert Lea, MN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
902 Abbott St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5020
Gr: K-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Halverson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
707 E 10th St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Sibley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1501 W Front St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5080
Gr: K-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Albert Lea Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2200 Riverland Drive
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 369-1453
Gr: 6-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 E Hawthorne
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4960
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Southwest Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1601 W Front St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5240
Gr: 6-7 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Albert Lea, Minnesota

Albert Lea, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Albert Lea Elementary Online (Closed 2023)
211 W. Richway Dr
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5168
Gr: 4-5 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Albert Lea Secondary Online Academy (Closed 2023)
211 W. Richway Drive
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 369-1453
Gr: 6-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Albert Lea Targeted Services Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
211 W Richway Drive
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4803
Gr: K-8
austin albert lea area sp Educational coop (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2001 2nd Ave Nw
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4800
Gr: K-12
Fountain Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
211 West Richway Drive
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4824
Gr: 5-12
Hayward Group Home (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
211 West Richway Dr
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4824
Gr: 5-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Albert Lea, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Albert Lea, MN include Lakeview Elementary School, Halverson Elementary School and Sibley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Albert Lea?
6 public elementary schools are located in Albert Lea.
What is the racial composition of students in Albert Lea?
Albert Lea public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Albert Lea are often viewed compared to one another?

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