Best Public Schools in Zip Code 56258

The 56258 zip code area is home to 7 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 0 alternative schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, indicating a significant economically disadvantaged population.

Among the standout schools in the area, Marshall Middle School ranks in the top 35% of Minnesota middle schools and has consistently maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's math and reading proficiency scores are above the district and state averages, indicating strong academic performance. Similarly, Marshall High School ranks in the top 35% of Minnesota high schools and has a 3-star rating, with a graduation rate on par with the state average and math and reading proficiency scores above the district average.

In contrast, Matec, an alternative high school, has the lowest performance metrics in the data set, ranking in the bottom 5% of Minnesota high schools and having a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its math and reading proficiency scores are significantly lower than the district and state averages, highlighting the challenges faced by alternative schools in serving a more specialized student population.