For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 224 students in 56036, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56036, MN are Glenville Emmons Elementary School and Glenville-emmons Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56036 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56036, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56036, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenville Emmons Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
240 2nd Ave Sw
Glenville, MN 56036
(507) 448-3334
Glenville, MN 56036
(507) 448-3334
Gr: PK-6 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Glenville-emmons Secondary
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
230 5th St Se
Glenville, MN 56036
(507) 448-2889
Glenville, MN 56036
(507) 448-2889
Gr: 7-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
56036, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wolverine Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
240 2nd Ave Sw
Glenville, MN 56036
(507) 438-5397
Glenville, MN 56036
(507) 438-5397
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56036, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56036, MN include Glenville Emmons Elementary School and Glenville-emmons Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56036?
2 public schools are located in 56036.
What is the racial composition of students in 56036?
56036 public schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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