Best 56017 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 650 students in 56017, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56017, MN are Cleveland Elementary School and Cleveland Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56017 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56017, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56017, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cleveland Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
400 6th St
Cleveland, MN 56017
(507) 931-5953
Gr: PK-6 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Cleveland Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
400 6th St
Cleveland, MN 56017
(507) 931-5953
Gr: 7-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Cleveland Credit Recovery
Alternative School
400 6th St
Cleveland, MN 56017
(952) 567-8100
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 56017, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56017, MN include Cleveland Elementary School and Cleveland Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56017?
3 public schools are located in 56017.
What is the racial composition of students in 56017?
56017 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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