For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,558 students in 55812, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55812, MN are Congdon Elementary School and Ordean East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55812 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55812, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55812, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Congdon Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3116 E Superior St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8825
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8825
Gr: K-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Ordean East Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2900 E 4th St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8940
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8940
Gr: 6-8 | 1,037 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Alc Sws Ordean East
Alternative School
2900 E 4th St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8756
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8756
Gr: 6-8 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
55812, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
31 W. College St.
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 728-7411
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 728-7411
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
31 West College St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8700
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8700
Gr: K | 15 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55812, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55812, MN include Congdon Elementary School and Ordean East Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55812?
3 public elementary schools are located in 55812.
What is the racial composition of students in 55812?
55812 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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