Top 5 Best 55744 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,128 students in 55744, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55744, MN are East Rapids Elementary School, Robert J. Elkington Middle School and West Rapids Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55744 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55744, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55744, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Rapids Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1195 Ne 10th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5880
Grades: K-5
| 649 students
Rank: #22.
Robert J. Elkington Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1000 Ne 8th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 778 students
Rank: #33.
West Rapids Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
901 Sw 22nd Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5870
Grades: K-5
| 639 students
Rank: #44.
Itaskin Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1880 River Rd
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 322-4129
Grades: 4-12
| 36 students
Rank: #55.
Middle Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Ne 8th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5800
Grades: 5-8
| 26 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55744 Minnesota

55744, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
715 Nw 7th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
820 Nw 1st Avenue
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5706
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
822 Ne 5th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
510 Se 13th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5705
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
1851 E. Hwy 169
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1851 E Highway 169
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
300 Se 4th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5850
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
601 Sw 7th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
Success Program (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
800 Conifer Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5802
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55744, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55744, MN include East Rapids Elementary School, Robert J. Elkington Middle School and West Rapids Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55744?
5 public elementary schools are located in 55744.
What is the racial composition of students in 55744?
55744 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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