For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,397 students in 56721, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56721, MN are Central Middle School and South Point Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56721 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56721, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56721, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1827 Bygland Rd Se
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-1141
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-1141
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
South Point Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 13th St Se
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-1149
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-1149
Gr: 3-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
New Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
1427 6th Ave Nw
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-0908
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(218) 773-0908
Gr: PK-2 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56721, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56721, MN include Central Middle School and South Point Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56721?
3 public elementary schools are located in 56721.
What is the racial composition of students in 56721?
56721 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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