For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,807 students in Willmar, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Willmar, MN are Middle School Alc, Lake Park School and Prairie Lakes Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Willmar, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Willmar have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Willmar, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middle School Alc
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
209 Willmar Ave Se
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6692
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6692
Gr: 6-8 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lake Park School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
611 5th St Sw
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6696
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6696
Gr: 4-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Prairie Lakes Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1808 Civic Center Drive
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6696
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6696
Gr: 4-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Willmar Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
209 Willmar Ave Se
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6000
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
824 7th St Sw
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6688
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6688
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Lakeland Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Lakeland Drive Se
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 263-5020
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 263-5020
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #77.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1800 19th Ave Sw
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 231-8470
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 231-8470
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Greater Minnesota Education Center
Alternative School
513 5th St Sw
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6692
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6692
Gr: 3-12
Rank: n/an/a
Lakeview School
Alternative School
611 5th St Sw
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6692
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-6692
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Willmar, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Willmar, MN include Middle School Alc, Lake Park School and Prairie Lakes Education Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in Willmar?
9 public elementary schools are located in Willmar.
What is the racial composition of students in Willmar?
Willmar public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Willmar are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Willmar include: Kennedy Elementary School vs. Roosevelt Elementary School, Lake Park School vs. Lakeview School, Roosevelt Elementary School vs. Kennedy Elementary School
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