For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,744 students in 55804, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 55804, MN are Lester Park Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School and North Shore Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55804 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55804, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55804, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lester Park Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5300 Glenwood St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8875
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8875
Gr: K-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5207 N Tischer Rd
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8870
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8870
Gr: K-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
North Shore Community School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5926 Ryan Rd
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0663
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0663
Gr: PK-6 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #44.
East High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 N 40th Ave E
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8845
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8845
Gr: 9-12 | 1,495 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Rockridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Alc Sws East
Alternative School
301 N 40th Ave E
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8756
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8756
Gr: 9-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Bethany Crisis Shelter
Alternative School
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Superior Academy
Alternative School
615 Pecan Ave
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55804, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55804, MN include Lester Park Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School and North Shore Community School.
How many public schools are located in 55804?
8 public schools are located in 55804.
What is the racial composition of students in 55804?
55804 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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