Best Public Schools in Zip Code 56501

The 56501 zip code area of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools within the Detroit Lakes Public School District.

Rossman Elementary stands out as the top-performing school in the district, consistently ranking in the top 30% of Minnesota elementary schools with strong test scores and a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Detroit Lakes Area Learning Center, an alternative high school, struggles with low test scores, high dropout rates, and a 0-star rating, indicating a need for more support and resources.

The data also reveals significant racial disparities among the schools, with Detroit Lakes Senior High being 87.3% White, while Detroit Lakes Area Learning Center is only 58.06% White. Additionally, the two elementary schools, Roosevelt Elementary and Rossman Elementary, generally outperform the Detroit Lakes Middle School, suggesting a need to examine the transition from elementary to middle school.