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Best 55901 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 7,097 students in 55901, MN (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,800 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 55901, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
Public schools in zipcode 55901 have an average reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public schools of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55901, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gibbs Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5525 56th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1200 11th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3800
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Bishop Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
406 36th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: 3-5 | 228 students Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Sunset Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1707 19th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3770
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Prairiecare
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5255 Members Pkwy Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4467
Gr: K-12 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Elton Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1421 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #88.
John Marshall High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1510 14th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,549 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #99.
John Adams Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1525 31st St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 867 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1010.
Gage Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1300 40th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Dakota Middle School
5501 65th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4530
Gr: 6-8 | 921 students Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Assessment
Special Education School
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: PK | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Year Round
Special Education School
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: PK-K
Rank: n/an/a
Ecse Community
Special Education School
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: PK | 40 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Hoover Early Learning School
Special Education School
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: PK | 211 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Overland Elementary School
2300 Overland Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3050
Gr: PK-5 | 549 students Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55901, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55901, MN include Gibbs Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Bishop Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55901?
16 public schools are located in 55901.
What percentage of students in 55901 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 55901 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55901?
55901 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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