For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 543 students in 56303, MN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 56303, MN are Saint Cloud Math And Science Academ and Success Academy St. Cloud Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 56303 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 56303, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 56303, MN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saint Cloud Math And Science Academ
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1025 18th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 774-2201
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 774-2201
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Success Academy St. Cloud Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
809 12th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 876-3050
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 876-3050
Gr: K-5 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: n/an/a
St. Cloud Math & Science Middle School
Charter School
1025 18th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 774-2201
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 774-2201
Gr: 6-8 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: n/an/a
Success Academy St. Cloud - Middle School
Charter School
809 12th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 640-3525
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 640-3525
Gr: 6-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 56303, MN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 56303, MN include Saint Cloud Math And Science Academ and Success Academy St. Cloud Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 56303?
4 public charter schools are located in 56303.
What is the racial composition of students in 56303?
56303 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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