For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,029 students in 55042, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 55042, MN are Oak-land Middle School and Pankalo Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55042 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55042, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55042, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oak-land Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
820 Manning Ave N
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 351-8500
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 351-8500
Grades: 6-8
| 935 students
Rank: #22.
Pankalo Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8568 Eagle Point Blvd
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 415-6302
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 415-6302
Grades: K-8
| 94 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 55042, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 55042, MN include Oak-land Middle School and Pankalo Education Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 55042?
2 public middle schools are located in 55042.
What is the racial composition of students in 55042?
55042 public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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