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Best 55102 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 3,469 students in 55102, MN (there are 2 private schools, serving 191 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 55102, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55102, MN are Nova Classical Academy Lower School, Nova Classical Academy Upper School and St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55102 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55102, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55102, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nova Classical Academy Lower School
Charter School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1455 Victoria Way
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Gr: K-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Nova Classical Academy Upper School
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1455 Victoria Way
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Gr: 6-12 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16 W 5th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 290-2225
Gr: 9-12 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Adams Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
615 Chatsworth St S
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 298-1595
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Global Arts Plus Upper
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
810 Palace Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8690
Gr: 5-8 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Bridge View Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
350 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8640
Gr: K-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Brittany's Place
Alternative School
360 Colborne Street, 4th Floor
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 332-5539
Gr: K-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Rank: n/an/a
Early Education - Birth To Three
Special Education School
271 Belvidere St E
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 744-5661
Gr: PK | 311 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
Ecse Inclusion
Special Education School
271 Belvidere St E
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 231-9958
Gr: PK | 329 students Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Focus Beyond
Special Education School
340 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-5997
Gr: 9-12 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
Journeys Secondary School
Special Education School
90 Western Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 744-1900
Gr: 8-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Service Center
Alternative School
25 7th St W
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-5245
Gr: 2-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Resident Student/out Of State
Alternative School
360 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Shared Time Nonpublic
Special Education School
360 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8326
Gr: PK-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55102, MN?
How many public schools are located in 55102?
14 public schools are located in 55102.
What percentage of students in 55102 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 55102 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55102?
55102 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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