For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 886 students in 56002, MN.
The top ranked public middle school in 56002, MN is Dakota Meadows Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 56002 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56002, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56002, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dakota Meadows Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1900 Howard Dr
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-5077
Mankato, MN 56002
(507) 387-5077
Grades: 6-8
| 886 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 56002, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 56002, MN include Dakota Meadows Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 56002?
1 public middle schools are located in 56002.
What is the racial composition of students in 56002?
56002 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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