For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,005 students in 56304, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 56304 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56304, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56304, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-3 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 16% | 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
Gr: 3-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
56304, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
430 3rd Ave. N.e.
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 252-2544
Saint Cloud, MN 56304
(320) 252-2544
Gr: 4-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56304, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56304, MN include Talahi Community Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56304?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56304.
What is the racial composition of students in 56304?
56304 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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