For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 663 students in 56048, MN (there are , serving 124 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 56048, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 56048, MN are Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. and Janesville-waldorf-pemberton Sec. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56048 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56048, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56048, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em.
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
110 E 3rd St.
Janesville, MN 56048
(507) 234-5181
Janesville, MN 56048
(507) 234-5181
Grades: PK-6
| 324 students
Rank: #22.
Janesville-waldorf-pemberton Sec
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
110 E 3rd St
Janesville, MN 56048
(507) 234-5181
Janesville, MN 56048
(507) 234-5181
Grades: 7-12
| 339 students
56048, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Exp Learners-ind. Study High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
110 E 3rd St
Janesville, MN 56048
(507) 234-5478
Janesville, MN 56048
(507) 234-5478
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56048, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56048, MN include Janesville-waldorf-pemberton El.em. and Janesville-waldorf-pemberton Sec.
How many public schools are located in 56048?
2 public schools are located in 56048.
What percentage of students in 56048 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 56048 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56048?
56048 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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