For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,125 students in 56573, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56573, MN are Heart Of The Lake Elementary School and Prairie Wind Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56573 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56573, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56573, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heart Of The Lake Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 2nd Ave Sw
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-5437
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-5437
Gr: PK-4 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Wind Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
480 Coney St West
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-1700
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-1700
Gr: 5-8 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
56573, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Perham Area Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
747 2nd Ave.
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-6502
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-6502
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56573, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56573, MN include Heart Of The Lake Elementary School and Prairie Wind Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56573?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56573.
What is the racial composition of students in 56573?
56573 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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