For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,052 students in 56273, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56273, MN are Prairie Woods Elementary School and New London-spicer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56273 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56273, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 56273, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairie Woods Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17435 County Road 9 Ne
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
Grades: PK-4
| 590 students
Rank: #22.
New London-spicer Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 4th Ave Sw
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
Grades: 5-8
| 462 students
56273, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Box 430
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
Grades: 5-8
| 509 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 56273, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56273, MN include Prairie Woods Elementary School and New London-spicer Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56273?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56273.
What is the racial composition of students in 56273?
56273 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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