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Best 56474 Minnesota Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 402 students in 56474, MN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 56474, MN are Pine River-backus Alp and Pine River-backus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56474 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56474, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56474 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pine River-backus High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 56474, MN Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine River-backus Alp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1000 1st St N
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-3131
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Pine River-backus High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
810 1st St N
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-4425
Gr: 7-12 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 56474 Minnesota

56474, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
980 First Street N
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-3131
Gr: K-8
990 First St North
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-3131
Gr: 9-11 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 56474, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 56474, MN include Pine River-backus Alp and Pine River-backus High School.
How many public high schools are located in 56474?
2 public high schools are located in 56474.
What is the racial composition of students in 56474?
56474 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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