For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 927 students in 56473, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56473, MN are Pillager Elementary School and Pillager Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56473 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56473, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56473, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pillager Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
323 E 2nd St S
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-2110
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-2110
Grades: PK-4
| 522 students
Rank: #22.
Pillager Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
323 E 2nd St S
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3772
Pillager, MN 56473
(218) 746-3772
Grades: 5-8
| 405 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 56473, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56473, MN include Pillager Elementary School and Pillager Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56473?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56473.
What is the racial composition of students in 56473?
56473 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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