For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 450 students in 56009, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56009, MN are Alden-conger Elementary School and Alden-conger Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56009 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56009, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56009, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alden-conger Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
215 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Gr: PK-6 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Alden-conger Secondary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Gr: 7-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Next Step West (Alden)
Special Education School
155 S Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 857-1160
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 857-1160
Gr: 8-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56009, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56009, MN include Alden-conger Elementary School and Alden-conger Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56009?
3 public schools are located in 56009.
What is the racial composition of students in 56009?
56009 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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