For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,323 students in 55118, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55118, MN are Mendota Elementary School, Somerset Elementary School and Heritage E-stem Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55118 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55118, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55118, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mendota Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1979 Summit Ln
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8000
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8000
Gr: PK-4 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Somerset Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1355 Dodd Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8201
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8201
Gr: PK-4 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Heritage E-stem Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
121 W Butler Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7401
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7401
Gr: 5-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Garlough Environmental Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1740 Charlton St
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8100
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8100
Gr: K-4 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Moreland Art/health Science Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
217 W Moreland Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7800
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7800
Gr: PK-4 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Aspen House Education Program
Alternative School
2031 Victoria Rd S
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 447-4090
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 447-4090
Gr: 5-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Education
Special Education School
1897 Delaware Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7019
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7019
Gr: K-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55118, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55118, MN include Mendota Elementary School, Somerset Elementary School and Heritage E-stem Magnet School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55118?
7 public elementary schools are located in 55118.
What is the racial composition of students in 55118?
55118 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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