For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 13 students in 56149, MN.
The top ranked public middle school in 56149, MN is Heartland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 56149 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56149, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56149, MN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heartland Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2171 100th Ave
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-3250
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-3250
Gr: K-8 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: n/an/a
101 S Garfield St
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-4241
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-4241
Gr: 7-12 | 2 students
56149, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 158
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-4241
Lake Benton, MN 56149
(507) 368-4241
Gr: PK-6 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 56149, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 56149, MN include Heartland Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 56149?
2 public middle schools are located in 56149.
What is the racial composition of students in 56149?
56149 public middle schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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