For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 564 students in 56573, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56573, MN are Prairie Wind Middle School and Perham Area Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 56573 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56573, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56573, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Wind Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
480 Coney St West
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-1700
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-1700
Gr: 5-8 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Perham Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Coney Street West
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-6502
Perham, MN 56573
(218) 346-6502
Gr: 7-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 56573, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56573, MN include Prairie Wind Middle School and Perham Area Learning Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 56573?
2 public middle schools are located in 56573.
What is the racial composition of students in 56573?
56573 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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