Best 56636 Minnesota Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 438 students in 56636, MN.
The top-ranked public high school in 56636, MN is Deer River Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56636 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56636, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56636 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Deer River Secondary, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 56636, MN Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deer River Secondary
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
101 1st Ave Ne
Deer River, MN 56636
(218) 246-8241
Gr: 6-12 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Deer River High School Alp
Alternative School
101 1st Ave Ne
Deer River, MN 56636
(218) 246-8241
Gr: 10-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 85%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 56636, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 56636, MN include Deer River Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in 56636?
2 public high schools are located in 56636.
What is the racial composition of students in 56636?
56636 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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