For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 484 students in 56549, MN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 56549, MN is Hawley Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 56549 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56549, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56549, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawley Secondary
(Math: 52% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
714 Joseph St
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-3555
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-3555
Gr: 7-12 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Glacial Ridge Transitional Skills P
Special Education School
616 Reno St
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-5678
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-5678
Gr: 7-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Intensive Interagency Program
Special Education School
616 Reno St
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-5678
Hawley, MN 56549
(218) 483-5678
Gr: 7-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 56549, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56549, MN include Hawley Secondary.
How many public middle schools are located in 56549?
3 public middle schools are located in 56549.
What is the racial composition of students in 56549?
56549 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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