For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,003 students in 55807, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in 55807, MN are Denfeld High School and Merritt Creek Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 55807 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 55807, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 55807 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Denfeld High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55807, MN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
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 high schools in 55807, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 55807, MN include Denfeld High School and Merritt Creek Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 55807?
2 public high schools are located in 55807.
What is the racial composition of students in 55807?
55807 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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