For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 611 students in 56256, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 56256, MN are Madison-marietta-nassau Elementary School, Lac Qui Parle Valley Middle School and Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56256 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56256, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56256, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Madison-marietta-nassau Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
316 4th St
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 598-7528
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 598-7528
Grades: PK-4
| 140 students
Rank: #22.
Lac Qui Parle Valley Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2860 291st Ave
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 752-4807
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 752-4807
Grades: 5-6
| 126 students
Rank: #33.
Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2860 291st Ave
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 752-4480
Madison, MN 56256
(320) 752-4480
Grades: 7-12
| 345 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56256, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56256, MN include Madison-marietta-nassau Elementary School, Lac Qui Parle Valley Middle School and Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56256?
3 public schools are located in 56256.
What is the racial composition of students in 56256?
56256 public schools minority enrollment is 25% 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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