For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 403 students in 56515, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56515, MN are Battle Lake Elementary School and Battle Lake Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56515 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56515, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56515, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Battle Lake Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
402 Summit St W
Battle Lake, MN 56515
(218) 864-5217
Battle Lake, MN 56515
(218) 864-5217
Gr: K-6 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Battle Lake Secondary
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
402 Summit St W
Battle Lake, MN 56515
(218) 864-5215
Battle Lake, MN 56515
(218) 864-5215
Gr: 7-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56515, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56515, MN include Battle Lake Elementary School and Battle Lake Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56515?
2 public schools are located in 56515.
What is the racial composition of students in 56515?
56515 public schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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