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Best 55130 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 2,235 students in 55130, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 57 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 55130, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55130, MN are City Academy, Community Of Peace Academy High School and Hope Community Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55130 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55130, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55130, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
City Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
958 Jessie St
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 298-4624
Gr: 9-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Community Of Peace Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
471 Magnolia Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 280-4527
Gr: 9-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Hope Community Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
720 Payne Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 796-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Community Of Peace Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
471 Magnolia Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 280-4601
Gr: 5-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Bruce F Vento Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
409 Case Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 293-8685
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Community Of Peace Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
471 Magnolia Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 280-4579
Gr: PK-4 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Hope Community Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
720 Payne Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 796-4500
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: n/an/a
City Academy Online
Charter School
958 Jessie St
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 298-4624
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Hope Community Academy High School
Charter School
720 Payne Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 796-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Hopestart Pre-k Program
Charter School
720 Payne Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 796-4500
Gr: PK | 20 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mnic Online East Campus
Charter School
965 Payne Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(612) 588-1449

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55130, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55130, MN include City Academy, Community Of Peace Academy High School and Hope Community Academy Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 55130?
11 public schools are located in 55130.
What percentage of students in 55130 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 55130 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55130?
55130 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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