For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 514 students in 55902, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 55902, MN are Rochester Math And Science Academy and Rochester Beacon Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55902 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55902, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55902, MN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rochester Math And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Gr: K-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
Rank: #22.
Rochester Beacon Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | 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
Gr: 6-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Out Of State Care And Treatment
Alternative School
615 7th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-4521
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-4521
Gr: K-12
55902, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Studio Academy Charter School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 55902, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 55902, MN include Rochester Math And Science Academy and Rochester Beacon Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 55902?
3 public middle schools are located in 55902.
What is the racial composition of students in 55902?
55902 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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