For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 312 students in 56579, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56579, MN are Rothsay Elementary School and Rothsay Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56579 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56579, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56579, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rothsay Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2040 County Road 52
Rothsay, MN 56579
(218) 867-2116
Rothsay, MN 56579
(218) 867-2116
Gr: PK-6 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Rothsay Secondary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2040 County Road 52
Rothsay, MN 56579
(218) 867-2116
Rothsay, MN 56579
(218) 867-2116
Gr: 7-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
56579, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
123 Second St Nw
Rothsay, MN 56579
(218) 867-2116
Rothsay, MN 56579
(218) 867-2116
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56579, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56579, MN include Rothsay Elementary School and Rothsay Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56579?
2 public schools are located in 56579.
What is the racial composition of students in 56579?
56579 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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