For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 228 students in 56009, MN.
The top ranked public middle school in 56009, MN is Alden-conger Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle schools in zipcode 56009 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56009, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56009, MN ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alden-conger Secondary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 874-3240
Gr: 7-12 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Next Step West (Alden)
Special Education School
155 S Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 857-1160
Alden, MN 56009
(507) 857-1160
Gr: 8-12 | 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 56009, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 56009, MN include Alden-conger Secondary.
How many public middle schools are located in 56009?
2 public middle schools are located in 56009.
What is the racial composition of students in 56009?
56009 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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