For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 506 students in 56265, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56265, MN are Swwc Elc - Montevideo, Montevideo Middle School and Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 56265 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56265, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56265, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swwc Elc - Montevideo
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2419 Washington Avenue
Montevideo, MN 56265
(507) 537-2258
Montevideo, MN 56265
(507) 537-2258
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Montevideo Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2001 William Ave
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-6431
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-6431
Gr: 5-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1313 E Black Oak Ave
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-7131
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-7131
Gr: 7-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Mn River Valley Alc-summer
Alternative School
1313 E Black Oak Ave
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-7131
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-7131
Gr: 7-10
56265, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mn River Valley Alc - Ind. Study Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1313 E Black Oak Ave
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-7131
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-7131
Gr: 10-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 139:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Mn River Valley Targeted Services Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1313 E Black Oak Avenue
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-7131
Montevideo, MN 56265
(320) 269-7131
Gr: K-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 56265, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56265, MN include Swwc Elc - Montevideo, Montevideo Middle School and Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased.
How many public middle schools are located in 56265?
4 public middle schools are located in 56265.
What is the racial composition of students in 56265?
56265 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% 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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