For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,235 students in 56308, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56308, MN are Lincoln Elementary School, Voyager Elementary School and Woodland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56308 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56308, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56308, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1120 Lark St
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-3320
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-3320
Gr: K-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Voyager Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
203 Voyager Drive
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-3325
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-3325
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1410 Mckay Ave S Ste #101
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-3300
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-3300
Gr: K-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Discovery Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
510 N Mckay Ave
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-7900
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 762-7900
Gr: 6-8 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56308, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56308, MN include Lincoln Elementary School, Voyager Elementary School and Woodland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56308?
4 public elementary schools are located in 56308.
What is the racial composition of students in 56308?
56308 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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