For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 783 students in 55045, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 55045, MN are Chisago Lakes Middle School and Pathway To Change. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55045 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55045, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55045, MN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chisago Lakes Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13750 Lake Blvd
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2400
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Pathway To Change
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13750 Lake Boulevard
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
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Special Education School
13750 Lake Boulevard
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Gr: K-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
55045, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Fairview Day Treatment Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
11725 Stinson Ave
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2501
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2501
Gr: 6-12
Level 4 Program Pathways To Change (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
11725 Stinson Ave
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 55045, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 55045, MN include Chisago Lakes Middle School and Pathway To Change.
How many public middle schools are located in 55045?
3 public middle schools are located in 55045.
What is the racial composition of students in 55045?
55045 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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