For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,076 students in 56401, MN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 56401, MN are Brainerd Senior High School, Lincoln Education Center and Isd 181 Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56401 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56401, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56401 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Brainerd Senior High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56401, MN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brainerd Senior High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
702 S 5th St
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 454-6200
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 454-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,805 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Quince St
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 454-6600
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 454-6600
Gr: 3-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Isd 181 Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
311 10th Ave Ne
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 454-5400
Brainerd, MN 56401
(218) 454-5400
Gr: 8-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 56401, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 56401, MN include Brainerd Senior High School, Lincoln Education Center and Isd 181 Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 56401?
4 public high schools are located in 56401.
What is the racial composition of students in 56401?
56401 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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