For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 566 students in 55807, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55807, MN are Raleigh Primary/el Academy, Laura Macarthur Elementary School and Merritt Creek Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55807 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55807, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55807, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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: K-5 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
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 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
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 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 elementary schools in 55807, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55807, MN include Raleigh Primary/el Academy, Laura Macarthur Elementary School and Merritt Creek Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55807?
3 public elementary schools are located in 55807.
What is the racial composition of students in 55807?
55807 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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