| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Public School District | Dundas | 10/10 Excellent · 93rd pct | 3,857 | 11 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Faribault Public School District | Faribault | 2/10 Poor · 13th pct | 3,312 | 12 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Rice County compares
Together they enroll 7,169 students across 23 schools. The largest is Northfield Public School District with 3,857 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, below the Minnesota average of 6.4/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Rice County, Minnesota
Rice County has 2 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Rice County is Northfield Public School District (10/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Minnesota. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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