For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,672 students in 55804, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 55804, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55804, MN are Lester Park Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School and North Shore Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55804 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55804, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55804, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lester Park Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5300 Glenwood St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8875
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8875
Gr: K-5 | 526 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5207 N Tischer Rd
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8870
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8870
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
North Shore Community School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5926 Ryan Rd
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0663
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0663
Gr: PK-6 | 353 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #44.
East High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 N 40th Ave E
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8845
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8845
Gr: 9-12 | 1,486 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Rockridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Bethany Crisis Shelter
Alternative School
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12 | 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
Superior Academy
Alternative School
615 Pecan Ave
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
55804, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lakeside Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0821
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0821
Gr: PK-1 | 184 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55804, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55804, MN include Lester Park Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School and North Shore Community School.
How many public schools are located in 55804?
7 public schools are located in 55804.
What percentage of students in 55804 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 55804 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55804?
55804 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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