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Best 55102 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,208 students in 55102, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55102, MN are Nova Classical Academy Lower School, Nova Classical Academy Upper School and Adams Magnet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55102 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55102, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55102, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nova Classical Academy Lower School
Charter School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1455 Victoria Way
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Gr: K-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Nova Classical Academy Upper School
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1455 Victoria Way
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Gr: 6-12 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Adams Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
615 Chatsworth St S
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 298-1595
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Global Arts Plus Upper
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
810 Palace Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8690
Gr: 5-8 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Bridge View Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
350 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8640
Gr: K-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Brittany's Place
Alternative School
360 Colborne Street, 4th Floor
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 332-5539
Gr: K-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Service Center
Alternative School
25 7th St W
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-5245
Gr: 2-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Resident Student/out Of State
Alternative School
360 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Shared Time Nonpublic
Special Education School
360 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8326
Gr: PK-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55102 Minnesota

55102, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Calvin Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
360 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Early Education Bridge View (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
354 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8640
Gr: PK-K
Elmore Academy (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
360 Colborne St.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 769-8243
Ls Mnic (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
360 Colborne St 4th Floor
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8326
Gr: PK-12
Minnesota Business Academy Charter (Closed 2007)
Charter School
505 Wabasha Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 726-2100
Gr: 9-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Pre-school Screening (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
360 Colborne Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8380
Private Agencies (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
360 Colborne
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Gr: PK-12
School Of Leaders For Ps Secondary (Closed 2023)
Charter School
905 Jefferson Ave, Ste 305
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 582-8204
Transition For Success High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
25 W 7th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-5245
Gr: 7-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Upper Mississippi Lower Academy (Closed 2015)
426 Osceola Ave. South
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(612) 843-3242
Gr: K-5
Watkins Center For Young Women (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
325 Dayton Ave.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 227-8431
Gr: 7-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55102, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55102, MN include Nova Classical Academy Lower School, Nova Classical Academy Upper School and Adams Magnet Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55102?
9 public elementary schools are located in 55102.
What is the racial composition of students in 55102?
55102 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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