For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,381 students in 56082, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56082, MN are North Elementary School, Minnesota River School and Oshawa Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56082 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56082, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56082, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
815 N 9th St
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-3260
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-3260
Gr: 2-4 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Minnesota River School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
801 Davis Street
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-5420
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-5420
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Oshawa Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1717 Sheppard Dr
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-9820
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-9820
Gr: 4-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Hoffman Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2001 Sheppard Dr
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-9820
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-9820
Gr: 5-12
Rank: #55.
St. Peter Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Lincoln Dr
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-4210
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-4210
Gr: 5-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Minnesota Valley School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
801 Davis St
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-5420
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-5420
Gr: K-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
1405 S 7th St
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-2754
Saint Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-2754
Gr: K-1 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56082, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56082, MN include North Elementary School, Minnesota River School and Oshawa Learning Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56082?
7 public elementary schools are located in 56082.
What is the racial composition of students in 56082?
56082 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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