For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 303 students in 55936, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55936, MN are Grand Meadow Elementary School and Grand Meadow Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55936 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55936, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55936, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grand Meadow Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
710 4th Ave Ne
Grand Meadow, MN 55936
(507) 754-5318
Grand Meadow, MN 55936
(507) 754-5318
Gr: PK-4 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Grand Meadow Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
710 4th Ave Ne
Grand Meadow, MN 55936
(507) 754-5318
Grand Meadow, MN 55936
(507) 754-5318
Gr: 5-8 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55936, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55936, MN include Grand Meadow Elementary School and Grand Meadow Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55936?
2 public elementary schools are located in 55936.
What is the racial composition of students in 55936?
55936 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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