For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 571 students in Underwood, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Underwood, MN are Underwood Elementary School and Underwood Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Underwood, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Underwood have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Underwood, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Underwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Southern Ave E
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Grades: PK-6
| 284 students
Rank: #22.
Underwood Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Southern Ave E
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Grades: 5-12
| 287 students
Underwood, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Underwood Alp (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
100 Southern Ave E
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6101
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Underwood, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Underwood, MN include Underwood Elementary School and Underwood Secondary.
How many public elementary schools are located in Underwood?
2 public elementary schools are located in Underwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Underwood?
Underwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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