For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 786 students in 56156, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56156, MN are Luverne Elementary School and Luverne Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56156 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56156, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56156, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luverne Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
709 N Kniss Ave
Luverne, MN 56156
(507) 283-4497
Luverne, MN 56156
(507) 283-4497
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Luverne Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
709 N Kniss Ave
Luverne, MN 56156
(507) 283-4491
Luverne, MN 56156
(507) 283-4491
Gr: 6-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Out-of-state Care And Treatment
Alternative School
709 N Kniss Ave
Luverne, MN 56156
(507) 283-4491
Luverne, MN 56156
(507) 283-4491
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56156, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56156, MN include Luverne Elementary School and Luverne Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56156?
3 public elementary schools are located in 56156.
What is the racial composition of students in 56156?
56156 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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