For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 210 students in 56120, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56120, MN are Butterfield Elementary School and Butterfield Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56120 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56120, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56120, MN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Butterfield Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
440 Hubbard Ave
Butterfield, MN 56120
(507) 956-2771
Butterfield, MN 56120
(507) 956-2771
Gr: PK-6 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Butterfield Secondary
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
440 Hubbard Ave
Butterfield, MN 56120
(507) 956-2771
Butterfield, MN 56120
(507) 956-2771
Gr: 7-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56120, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56120, MN include Butterfield Elementary School and Butterfield Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56120?
2 public schools are located in 56120.
What is the racial composition of students in 56120?
56120 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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