For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 310 students in 56172, MN.
The top ranked public high school in 56172, MN is Murray County Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56172 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56172, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56172 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Murray County Central High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56172, MN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Murray County Central High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2420 28th St
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Grades: 7-12
| 310 students
Rank: n/an/a
Out-of-state Care And Treatment
Alternative School
2420 28th St
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
56172, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Murray County Central Alp Elementary School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2420 28th St
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Murray County Central Credit Recov (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2420 28th Street
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Slayton, MN 56172
(507) 836-6184
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 56172, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 56172, MN include Murray County Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 56172?
2 public high schools are located in 56172.
What is the racial composition of students in 56172?
56172 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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