For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 630 students in 55902, MN.
The top ranked public charter schools in 55902, MN are Rochester Beacon Academy, Rochester Math And Science Academy and Rochester Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55902 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55902, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 55902, MN Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Rochester Beacon Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
974 Skyline Dr Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 258-5351
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 258-5351
Grades: 6-12
| 95 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Rochester Math And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Grades: K-8
| 419 students
Rank: #33.
Rochester Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 281-2381
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 281-2381
Grades: 9-12
| 116 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rstem Online
Charter School
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(612) 408-7241
Rochester, MN 55902
(612) 408-7241
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
55902, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Studio Academy Charter School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Grades: 9-12
| 89 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 55902, MN?
The top ranked public charter schools in 55902, MN include Rochester Beacon Academy, Rochester Math And Science Academy and Rochester Stem Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 55902?
4 public charter schools are located in 55902.
What is the racial composition of students in 55902?
55902 public charter schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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