For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 434 students in 56072, MN.
The top ranked public school in 56072, MN is Nrheg Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 56072 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56072, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 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 56072, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nrheg Secondary
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
306 Ash Ave S
New Richland, MN 56072
(507) 465-3205
New Richland, MN 56072
(507) 465-3205
Grades: 6-12
| 434 students
56072, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
306 Ash Avenue S
New Richland, MN 56072
(507) 465-3205
New Richland, MN 56072
(507) 465-3205
Grades: PK-5
| 201 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56072, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56072, MN include Nrheg Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56072?
1 public schools are located in 56072.
What is the racial composition of students in 56072?
56072 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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