For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,513 students in 55106, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 55106, MN are Step Academy Charter School, Twin Cities Academy and Farnsworth Aerospace Upper. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55106 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55106, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55106, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Step Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
835 5th St E.
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 289-6120
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 289-6120
Gr: 6-12 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #22.
Twin Cities Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
690 Birmingham
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 205-4797
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 205-4797
Gr: 6-12 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Walsh St
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8880
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8880
Gr: 5-8 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Saint Paul Online Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
740 York Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 767-8100
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 767-8100
Gr: 6-8 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Hazel Park Preparatory Academy
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1140 White Bear Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8970
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8970
Gr: PK-8 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
American Indian Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1075 3rd St E
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 778-3100
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 778-3100
Gr: PK-8 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
1363 Bush Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 744-3592
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 744-3592
Gr: 6-8 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
55106, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alc Elementary Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1780 W 7th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 696-5680
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 696-5680
1140 White Bear Ave North
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8920
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8920
Gr: PK-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Early Education Phalen Lake (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
1089 Cypress St.
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8935
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8935
Gr: PK | 4 students
475 Etna Street Suite 9
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 228-7734
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 228-7734
Gr: K | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Enlighten Academy Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1730 Old Hudson Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 401-6183
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 401-6183
Family Education Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1001 Johnson Parkway
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 793-5422
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 793-5422
1669 N Arcade Street
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 771-2000
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 771-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
1363 Bush Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8845
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8845
Gr: K-6 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
1363 Bush Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 744-1000
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 744-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Riverside New Connections High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
445 Etna St
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 254-3053
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 254-3053
Gr: 7-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
1140 White Bear Ave North
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8920
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8920
Gr: K-6 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
1075 Third St East
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 778-3200
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 778-3200
Gr: PK-6 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 55106, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 55106, MN include Step Academy Charter School, Twin Cities Academy and Farnsworth Aerospace Upper.
How many public middle schools are located in 55106?
7 public middle schools are located in 55106.
What is the racial composition of students in 55106?
55106 public middle schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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