For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 232 students in 56096, MN.
The top-ranked public high school in 56096, MN is Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 56096 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56096, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56096 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56096, MN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Paquin St E
Waterville, MN 56096
(507) 362-4431
Waterville, MN 56096
(507) 362-4431
Gr: 9-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 56096, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 56096, MN include Waterville-elysian-morristown Senior.
How many public high schools are located in 56096?
1 public high schools are located in 56096.
What is the racial composition of students in 56096?
56096 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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