For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 175 students in 56157, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56157, MN are Lynd Elementary School and Lynd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56157 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56157, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56157, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lynd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
106 Saint Albans St
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4404
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4404
Gr: PK-5 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Lynd Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
106 Saint Albans St
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4440
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4440
Gr: 5-8 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Lynd Learning Center Credit Recover
Alternative School
106 Saint Albans St
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4404
Lynd, MN 56157
(507) 865-4404
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56157, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56157, MN include Lynd Elementary School and Lynd Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 56157?
3 public schools are located in 56157.
What is the racial composition of students in 56157?
56157 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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