Best 55103 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,876 students in 55103, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 769 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 55103, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55103, MN are Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo, Twin Cities German Immersion Chrtr and St. Paul City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55103 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55103, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55103, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
560 Rondo Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55103
(651) 325-2500
Gr: 1-8 | 1,066 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Twin Cities German Immersion Chrtr
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1031 Como Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55103
(651) 492-7106
Gr: K-8 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
St. Paul City High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
215 University Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55103
(651) 225-9177
Gr: 9-12 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Benjamin E Mays Ib World School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
560 Rondo Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55103
(651) 325-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
St. Paul City Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
215 University Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55103
(651) 225-9177
Gr: 6-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
St. Paul City Primary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
215 University Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55103
(651) 225-9177
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Education Ben Mays/rondo
Special Education School
560 Concordia Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55103
(651) 325-2691
Gr: PK-K
Rank: n/an/a
Early Learning Hub West
Magnet School
1317 Charles Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55103
(651) 325-2400
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
East African Magnet School
Magnet School
437 Edmund Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55103
(651) 767-8232
Gr: PK-6 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55103, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55103, MN include Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo, Twin Cities German Immersion Chrtr and St. Paul City High School.
How many public schools are located in 55103?
9 public schools are located in 55103.
What percentage of students in 55103 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 55103 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55103?
55103 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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