Best 55309 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 829 students in 55309, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55309, MN are Big Lake Middle School and Big Lake Online 6-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55309 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55309, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55309, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Lake Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
601 Minnesota Ave
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-2567
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Big Lake Online 6-12
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
501 Minnesota Ave
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-6174
Gr: 6-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 184:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55309 Minnesota

55309, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
601 Minnesota Ave E
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 272-2050
Gr: 6-12
701 Minnesota Ave
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 272-2050
Gr: 2-5 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55309, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55309, MN include Big Lake Middle School and Big Lake Online 6-12.
How many public middle schools are located in 55309?
2 public middle schools are located in 55309.
What is the racial composition of students in 55309?
55309 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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