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Best 56501 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 2,728 students in 56501, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 179 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 56501, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 56501, MN are Detroit Lakes Senior High School, Rossman Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56501 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56501, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56501, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Detroit Lakes Senior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1301 Roosevelt Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-4491
Gr: 9-12 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Rossman Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1221 Rossman Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-9268
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
510 11th Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-1106
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Detroit Lakes Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
500 11th Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-9228
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Detroit Lakes Middle Alc
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
500 11th Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-9228
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #66.
Detroit Lakes Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Highway 34 E
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 844-5687
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #77.
Detroit Lakes Alternative Program
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Highway 34 E
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 844-5687
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Afterschool Program
Alternative School
702 Lake Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 844-5687
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
E-laker Online School
702 Lake Avenue
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 844-4761
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
High School Extended Year Program
Alternative School
702 Lake Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 844-5687
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Laker Transitions
Special Education School
1104 West River Road
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 844-4760
Gr: 12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Lincoln Early Childhood Ed. Center
204 Willow St E
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-4418
Gr: PK | 64 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Out Of State Care And Treatment
Alternative School
702 Lake Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-9271
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Voluntary Pre-kindergarten
204 Willow St E
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-4418
Gr: PK | 17 students Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 56501, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56501, MN include Detroit Lakes Senior High School, Rossman Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 56501?
14 public schools are located in 56501.
What percentage of students in 56501 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 56501 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56501?
56501 public schools minority enrollment is 26% 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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