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Best 55126 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,046 students in 55126, MN (there are 4 private schools, serving 817 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 55126, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55126, MN are Turtle Lake Elementary School, Chippewa Middle School and Island Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55126 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55126, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55126, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turtle Lake Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1141 Lepak Ct
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7700
Gr: 1-5 | 985 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Chippewa Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5000 Hodgson Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 1,093 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Island Lake Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3555 Victoria St N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7000
Gr: 1-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Williams Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
955 County Road D W
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 482-8624
Gr: K-6 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Oak Hill Montessori Community
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4665 Hodgson Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 484-8242
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Mounds View Bridges Program
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3490 Lexington Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6160
Gr: K-5 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Nets
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3490 Lexington Ave N Ste 115
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 486-3808
Gr: 5-12
Rank: #88.
Reach Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3490 Lexington Avenue N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7903
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #99.
Lionsgate Academy - Shoreview
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
599 Cardigan Road
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 300-2371
Gr: 7-12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Lionsgate Academy - Lynx Program
Special Education School
Charter School
599 Cardigan Road
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(612) 351-4566
Gr: 7-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Out Of State Care And Treatment
Alternative School
4570 Victoria St N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6052
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Shared Time Program
Special Education School
4570 Victoria St N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6048
Gr: PK-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Snail Lake Kindergarten Center
350 Highway 96 West
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-8000
Gr: PK-K | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55126, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55126, MN include Turtle Lake Elementary School, Chippewa Middle School and Island Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55126?
13 public schools are located in 55126.
What percentage of students in 55126 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 55126 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55126?
55126 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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