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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 56265


At a glance
8
Schools
1,438
Students
3
Districts
Top rankedMontevideo Senior High154th of 450 Minnesota high schools
Biggest riser
Sanford Elementary School up 40 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Ramsey Elementary 12.8 students per teacher
Summary:

The 56265 zip code area is home to 7 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population and demonstrate a range of academic performance, with some standout institutions and others struggling to meet state standards.

Among the top-performing schools in the area is Montevideo Senior High, which has consistently ranked in the top half of Minnesota high schools and boasts a 4-year graduation rate of 84.2% and a low dropout rate of 4.4%. Another strong performer is Sanford Elementary School, which has exceeded district and state averages on MCA-III math and reading assessments. In contrast, the alternative schools in the area, such as SWWC ELC - Montevideo, have struggled with significantly lower test scores, likely due to the unique needs of their student populations.

The overall performance of the Montevideo Public School District, which encompasses most of the schools in the 56265 zip code, is around the state average, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The district's schools exhibit a wide range of student-teacher ratios, free/reduced lunch rates, and academic outcomes, highlighting the diversity of educational experiences available in the area.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Minnesota Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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