For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 477 students in 56474, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 56474, MN is Pine River-backus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56474 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56474, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56474, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine River-backus Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Murray Ave
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-4447
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-4447
Gr: PK-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Prb Pequot Lakes Midlevel Alc
Alternative School
30805 Olson St
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 568-9358
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 568-9358
Gr: 6-8
56474, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pine River Backus Targeted Svcs. Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
980 First Street N
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-3131
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-3131
Gr: K-8
Pine River-backus New Beginnings Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
990 First St North
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-3131
Pine River, MN 56474
(218) 587-3131
Gr: 9-11 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56474, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56474, MN include Pine River-backus Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56474?
2 public elementary schools are located in 56474.
What is the racial composition of students in 56474?
56474 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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