For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 367 students in 56461, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56461, MN are Laporte Elementary School, Laporte Middle School and Laporte Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56461 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56461, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56461, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laporte Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
315 Main St W
Laporte, MN 56461
(218) 224-2288
Laporte, MN 56461
(218) 224-2288
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Laporte Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
315 Main St W
Laporte, MN 56461
(218) 224-2288
Laporte, MN 56461
(218) 224-2288
Gr: 6-8 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Laporte Secondary
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
315 Main St W
Laporte, MN 56461
(218) 224-2288
Laporte, MN 56461
(218) 224-2288
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56461, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56461, MN include Laporte Elementary School, Laporte Middle School and Laporte Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56461?
3 public schools are located in 56461.
What is the racial composition of students in 56461?
56461 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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