For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 947 students in 56055, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56055, MN are Lk Crystal Wellcome Memorial Elementary School and Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56055 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56055, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56055, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lk Crystal Wellcome Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
502 E Watonwan St
Lake Crystal, MN 56055
(507) 726-2320
Lake Crystal, MN 56055
(507) 726-2320
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
607 Knights Ln
Lake Crystal, MN 56055
(507) 726-2110
Lake Crystal, MN 56055
(507) 726-2110
Gr: 6-12 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56055, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56055, MN include Lk Crystal Wellcome Memorial Elementary School and Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56055?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56055.
What is the racial composition of students in 56055?
56055 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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