For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 412 students in 55349, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55349, MN are Journeys Alternative Program, Howard Lake-waverly-winsted Middle School and Trek Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55349 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55349, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55349, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Journeys Alternative Program
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
720 9th Ave
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Gr: K-8 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Howard Lake-waverly-winsted Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8700 County Road 6 Sw
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-4660
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-4660
Gr: 5-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Trek Program
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
720 9th Ave
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Howard Lake, MN 55349
(320) 543-1122
Gr: K-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55349, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55349, MN include Journeys Alternative Program, Howard Lake-waverly-winsted Middle School and Trek Program.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55349?
3 public elementary schools are located in 55349.
What is the racial composition of students in 55349?
55349 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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