For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 469 students in 55981, MN (there are , serving 96 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 55981, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55981, MN are Wabasha-kellogg Elementary School and Wabasha-kellogg Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55981 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55981, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55981, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wabasha-kellogg Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2113 Hiawatha Dr E
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Gr: PK-6 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Wabasha-kellogg Secondary
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2113 Hiawatha Dr E
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Gr: 7-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
55981, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
724 Bielenberg Dr, Ste 108
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Gr: K-5 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
724 Bielenberg Drive, Ste 108
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Gr: 9-12 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
724 Bielenberg Dr, Ste 108
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Wabasha, MN 55981
(651) 565-3559
Gr: 6-8 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Wabasha County Community Connection High School (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
611 Broadway
Wabasha, MN 55981
(507) 767-3339
Wabasha, MN 55981
(507) 767-3339
Gr: 12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55981, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55981, MN include Wabasha-kellogg Elementary School and Wabasha-kellogg Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 55981?
2 public schools are located in 55981.
What percentage of students in 55981 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 55981 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55981?
55981 public schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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