For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,071 students in 56007, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56007, MN are Lakeview Elementary School, Halverson Elementary School and Sibley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56007 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56007, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56007, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
902 Abbott St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5020
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5020
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Halverson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
707 E 10th St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4900
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Sibley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1501 W Front St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5080
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5080
Gr: PK-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Albert Lea Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
211 W Richway Dr
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4800
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4800
Gr: 6-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 E Hawthorne
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4960
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4960
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Southwest Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1601 W Front St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5240
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5240
Gr: 6-7 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
211 W Richway Dr
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4800
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4800
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56007, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56007, MN include Lakeview Elementary School, Halverson Elementary School and Sibley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56007?
7 public elementary schools are located in 56007.
What is the racial composition of students in 56007?
56007 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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