For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,386 students in 56002, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56002, MN are Mankato West Senior High School, Mankato East Senior High School and Dakota Meadows Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56002 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56002, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56002, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mankato West Senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1351 S Riverfront Dr
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-3461
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-3461
Gr: 9-12 | 1,232 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Mankato East Senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2600 Hoffman Rd
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-5671
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-5671
Gr: 9-12 | 1,302 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Dakota Meadows Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1900 Howard Dr
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-5077
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-5077
Gr: 6-8 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56002, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56002, MN include Mankato West Senior High School, Mankato East Senior High School and Dakota Meadows Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 56002?
3 public schools are located in 56002.
What is the racial composition of students in 56002?
56002 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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