For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 914 students in 55056, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 55056, MN are Distance Learning Academy Secondary, Norse Area Learning Center and Phoenix Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55056 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55056, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55056, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Distance Learning Academy Secondary
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
Gr: 6-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Norse Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
Gr: 7-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Phoenix Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
38460 Lincoln Trail Suite 1
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 237-0656
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 237-0656
Gr: K-8 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
North Branch Area Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38431 Lincoln Tr
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1300
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1300
Gr: 6-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
55056, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Brooker Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
38423 Lincoln Tr
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1306
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1306
Gr: 12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
North Branch Early Childhood (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
38705 Grand Ave
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1013
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1013
Gr: PK | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
6644 Main Street
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1100
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1100
Gr: PK | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
North Branch Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1400
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1400
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 55056, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 55056, MN include Distance Learning Academy Secondary, Norse Area Learning Center and Phoenix Academy Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55056?
4 public middle schools are located in 55056.
What is the racial composition of students in 55056?
55056 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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