Best 55355 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,062 students in 55355, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55355, MN are Litchfield Middle School and Lake Ripley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55355 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55355, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55355, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Litchfield Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
340 E 10th St
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2441
Gr: 5-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Lake Ripley Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
100 W Pleasure Dr
Litchfield, MN 55355
(320) 693-2436
Gr: K-4 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55355, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55355, MN include Litchfield Middle School and Lake Ripley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55355?
2 public elementary schools are located in 55355.
What is the racial composition of students in 55355?
55355 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% 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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