For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,005 students in 56304, MN (there are , serving 504 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 56304, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 56304, MN are Talahi Community Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56304 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56304, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56304, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Talahi Community Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 26% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1321 University Dr Se
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 370-7780
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 370-7780
Grades: PK-3
| 710 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
336 5th Ave Se
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 370-6660
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 370-6660
Grades: 3-5
| 295 students
56304, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Correctional Facility-st. Cloud High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2305 Minnesota Blvd Se
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 240-3062
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 240-3062
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
430 3rd Ave. N.e.
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 252-2544
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 252-2544
Grades: 4-6
| 199 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 56304, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 56304, MN include Talahi Community Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 56304?
2 public schools are located in 56304.
What percentage of students in 56304 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 56304 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56304?
56304 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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