For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,463 students in 56301, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 56301, MN are South Junior High School and Stride Academy K-8 Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 56301 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56301, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56301, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Junior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1120 15th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-7230
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-7230
Grades: 6-8
| 866 students
Rank: #22.
Stride Academy K-8 Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3241 Oakham Ln
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 230-5340
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 230-5340
Grades: K-8
| 588 students
Rank: n/an/a
180 Degrees / Youth Shelter
Alternative School
1101 Washington Memorial Dr
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-8020
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-8020
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Newport Academy
Alternative School
1726 7th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-6895
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-6895
Grades: 7-12
| 9 students
56301, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
O.k House High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1905 Minnesota Blvd
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 255-8811
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 255-8811
Grades: 7-12
| 4 students
Riverwoods School - Residential (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
1726 7th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548
Grades: K-12
| 30 students
Riverwoods School Non-residential (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1726 7th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548
Grades: K-12
| 26 students
St. Cloud Group Home (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1101 Washington Memorial Dr
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548
Grades: 7-12
| 4 students
St. Cloud Social Justice Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2719 W Division St, Ste 111
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 980-7180
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 980-7180
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 56301, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 56301, MN include South Junior High School and Stride Academy K-8 Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 56301?
4 public middle schools are located in 56301.
What is the racial composition of students in 56301?
56301 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% 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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