For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,494 students in 56308, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in 56308, MN are Kalon Prep Academy, Runestone Alternative School and Alexandria Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56308 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56308, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56308 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Alexandria Area High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56308, MN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kalon Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1877 Aga Drive, Suite 220
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 460-8881
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 460-8881
Gr: 9-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Runestone Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Northside Dr Ne
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-5559
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-5559
Gr: 7-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Alexandria Area High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4300 Pioneer Road Se
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-2142
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-2142
Gr: 9-12 | 1,310 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
56308, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brandon Middle Level Alc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
817 Fillmore St.
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-0627
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-0627
Minnewaska Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
409 4th Street
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-1700
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-1700
Northside Adolescent School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
700 Northside Dr Ne
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-7739
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-7739
Gr: 7-12
Northside Elementary School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
700 Northside Dr Ne
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-1442
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-1442
Gr: K-6
Osakis Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
500 1st Avenue E
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-8253
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-8253
Parkers Prairie Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
518 S Mccornell
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-4713
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-4713
Runestone Middle Alc (Alex) (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
510 Mckay Ave North
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-0627
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-0627
Gr: 7-8
Runestone Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
817 Fillmore Street
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-0627
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 763-0627
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 56308, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 56308, MN include Kalon Prep Academy, Runestone Alternative School and Alexandria Area High School.
How many public high schools are located in 56308?
3 public high schools are located in 56308.
What is the racial composition of students in 56308?
56308 public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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