For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 946 students in Mapleton, MN.
The top-ranked public school in Mapleton, MN is Maple River Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mapleton, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Mapleton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mapleton, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maple River Secondary
(Math: 48% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 Central Ave S
Mapleton, MN 56065
(507) 524-3930
Mapleton, MN 56065
(507) 524-3930
Gr: 6-12 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Ecse
Special Education School
801 Central Ave S
Mapleton, MN 56065
(507) 524-3918
Mapleton, MN 56065
(507) 524-3918
Gr: PK | 20 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
801 Central Ave S
Mapleton, MN 56065
(507) 524-3918
Mapleton, MN 56065
(507) 524-3918
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mapleton, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Mapleton, MN include Maple River Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Mapleton?
3 public schools are located in Mapleton.
What is the racial composition of students in Mapleton?
Mapleton public schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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