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Best 55811 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 4,351 students in 55811, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 668 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 55811, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55811, MN are Pike Lake Elementary School, Hermantown Elementary School and Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55811 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55811, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55811, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pike Lake Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5682 Martin Rd
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-8214
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Hermantown Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5365 W Arrowhead
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-6891
Gr: K-4 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2000 Rice Lake Rd
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8895
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Hermantown Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4335 Hawk Circle Drive
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-6690
Gr: 5-8 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Hermantown Senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4335 Hawk Circle Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-8874
Gr: 9-12 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Arrowhead Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1918 Arlington Ave N
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 625-6766
Gr: 4-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2000 Rice Lake Rd
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8895
Gr: K-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #88.
Piedmont Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2827 Chambersburg Ave
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8950
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #99.
North Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3301 Technology Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 728-9556
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
The Bridge
Special Education School
Magnet School
709 Portia Johnson Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8740
Gr: 12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
709 Portia Johnson Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8744
Gr: PK | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Hermantown Alternative Learning Prg
Alternative School
4335 Hawk Circle Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-8874
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
Hermantown Early Childhood
Special Education School
4333 Hawk Circle Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-9563
Gr: PK | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Ed. N.p.
Special Education School
709 Portia Johnson Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8740
Gr: PK-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55811, MN?
How many public schools are located in 55811?
14 public schools are located in 55811.
What percentage of students in 55811 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 55811 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55811?
55811 public schools minority enrollment is 18% 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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