For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 394 students in 56342, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 56342, MN are Isle Elementary School and Isle Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56342 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56342, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56342, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Isle Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
730 5th Ave S
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3494
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3494
Gr: PK-6 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Isle Secondary
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 5th Ave S
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3101
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3101
Gr: 7-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Isle Area Learning Center
Alternative School
730 5th Ave S
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3146
Isle, MN 56342
(320) 676-3146
Gr: 7-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 56342, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56342, MN include Isle Elementary School and Isle Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 56342?
3 public schools are located in 56342.
What is the racial composition of students in 56342?
56342 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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