For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,940 students in 56031, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 285 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 56031, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 56031, MN are Fairmont Elementary School, Fairmont Jr./sr. High School and Southern Plains Area Learning Cntr.. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56031 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56031, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56031, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairmont Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
714 Victoria Street Ste 101
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4487
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4487
Gr: PK-6 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Fairmont Jr./sr. High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 Johnson St
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4411
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4411
Gr: 7-12 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Southern Plains Area Learning Cntr.
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 North Park Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Gr: 8-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Southern Plains Bridges
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 North Park Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Gr: K-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Positive Approach To Learning
Special Education School
1200 North Park Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Gr: K-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: n/an/a
Southern Plains Education Coop.
Special Education School
1200 North Park Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Gr: PK-K | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56031, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56031, MN include Fairmont Elementary School, Fairmont Jr./sr. High School and Southern Plains Area Learning Cntr..
How many public schools are located in 56031?
6 public schools are located in 56031.
What percentage of students in 56031 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 56031 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56031?
56031 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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