For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 262 students in 56481, MN.
The top ranked public elementary school in 56481, MN is Verndale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 56481 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56481, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56481, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Verndale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
411 Sw Brown St
Verndale, MN 56481
(218) 445-5184
Verndale, MN 56481
(218) 445-5184
Grades: PK-6
| 262 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 56481, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56481, MN include Verndale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56481?
1 public elementary schools are located in 56481.
What is the racial composition of students in 56481?
56481 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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