| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maple River School District | Minnesota Lake | 9/10 Excellent · 80th pct | 938 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
| United South Central School District | Bricelyn | 6/10 Average · 53rd pct | 778 | 2 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Blue Earth Area Public Schools | Blue Earth | 4/10 Below Average · 39th pct | 1,066 | 4 | PK–12 | 5 |
How Faribault County compares
Together they enroll 2,782 students across 8 schools. The largest is Blue Earth Area Public Schools with 1,066 students. Districts here average 6.3/10, below the Minnesota average of 6.4/10. Ratings range from 4/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Faribault County, Minnesota
Faribault County has 3 public school districts covering 10 zip codes. The top-rated district in Faribault County is Maple River School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (MCA 2024–25), ranked against all districts in Minnesota. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Faribault County, MN?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Faribault County, MN. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Faribault County, MN?
Of the districts serving Faribault County, Maple River School District has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 80th percentile among Minnesota school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Minnesota reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Minnesota and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Minnesota only, never across state lines.