For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 207 students in 56342, MN.
The top ranked public middle school in 56342, MN is Isle Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 56342 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56342, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56342, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Isle Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 5th Ave S
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3101
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3101
Grades: 7-12
| 199 students
Rank: n/an/a
Isle Area Learning Center
Alternative School
730 5th Ave S
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3146
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3146
Grades: 7-12
| 8 students
56342, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Isle Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
730 5th Avenue S
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3494
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3494
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 56342, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 56342, MN include Isle Secondary.
How many public middle schools are located in 56342?
2 public middle schools are located in 56342.
What is the racial composition of students in 56342?
56342 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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