For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 257 students in 56361, MN.
The top ranked public elementary school in 56361, MN is Parkers Prairie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 56361 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56361, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56361, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkers Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
518 S Mccornell
Parkers Prairie, MN 56361
(218) 338-4079
Parkers Prairie, MN 56361
(218) 338-4079
Grades: PK-6
| 257 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 56361, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56361, MN include Parkers Prairie Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56361?
1 public elementary schools are located in 56361.
What is the racial composition of students in 56361?
56361 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% 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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