For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 497 students in 56278, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56278, MN are Knoll Elementary School and Ortonville Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56278 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56278, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56278, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Knoll Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Trojan Dr
Ortonville, MN 56278
(320) 839-6181
Ortonville, MN 56278
(320) 839-6181
Gr: PK-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Ortonville Secondary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Trojan Dr
Ortonville, MN 56278
(320) 839-6183
Ortonville, MN 56278
(320) 839-6183
Gr: 7-12 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56278, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56278, MN include Knoll Elementary School and Ortonville Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56278?
2 public schools are located in 56278.
What is the racial composition of students in 56278?
56278 public schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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