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Best 56303 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 3,879 students in 56303, MN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,206 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 56303, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 56303, MN are Westwood Elementary School, Roosevelt Education Center and Saint Cloud Math And Science Academ. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 56303 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 56303, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56303, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5800 Ridgewood Rd
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-7630
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3015 3rd St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6890
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Saint Cloud Math And Science Academ
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1025 18th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 774-2201
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2805 9th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6330
Gr: PK-5 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Apollo Senior High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 44th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6790
Gr: 9-12 | 1,264 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
North Junior High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1212 29th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #77.
Katherine Johnson Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
713 Anderson Avenue North
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6897
Gr: K-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #88.
Success Academy St. Cloud Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
809 12th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 876-3050
Gr: K-5 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: n/an/a
St. Cloud Hospital Programs Non-res
Alternative School
1406 6th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6895
Gr: PK-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: n/an/a
St. Cloud Hospital Progs-residential
Alternative School
1406 6th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 650-6895
Gr: K-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
St. Cloud Math & Science Middle School
Charter School
1025 18th St N
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
Gr: 6-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 56303, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 56303, MN include Westwood Elementary School, Roosevelt Education Center and Saint Cloud Math And Science Academ.
How many public schools are located in 56303?
12 public schools are located in 56303.
What percentage of students in 56303 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 56303 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 56303?
56303 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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