For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,568 students in 55807, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 146 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 55807, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55807, MN are Raleigh Primary/el Academy, Denfeld High School and Laura Macarthur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55807 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55807, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55807, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raleigh Primary/el Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5905 Raleigh St
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 628-0697
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 628-0697
Gr: PK-6 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Denfeld High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 N 44th Ave W
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 336-8830
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 336-8830
Gr: 9-12 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Laura Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
720 N Central Ave
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 336-8900
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 336-8900
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Merritt Creek Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4000 W 9th St
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 625-2689
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 625-2689
Gr: K-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Alc Sws Denfeld
Alternative School
401 N 44th Ave W
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 336-8830
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 336-8830
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 57:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
55807, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Merritt Day Treatment (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
510 North 40th Ave West
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 628-4898
Duluth, MN 55807
(218) 628-4898
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55807, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55807, MN include Raleigh Primary/el Academy, Denfeld High School and Laura Macarthur Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55807?
5 public schools are located in 55807.
What percentage of students in 55807 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 55807 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55807?
55807 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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