For the 2025 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 5,524 students in 55109, MN (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,315 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 55109, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55109, MN are 622 Online High School, 622 Online Middle School and Cowern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55109 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55109, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55109, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
622 Online High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2520 12th Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7610
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7610
Gr: 9-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
622 Online Middle School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2170 7th Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7610
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7610
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #33.
Cowern Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2131 N Margaret St
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6800
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
622 Online Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2170 7th Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7610
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7610
Gr: K-5
Rank: #55.
North Senior High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2416 E 11th Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6000
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,639 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Weaver Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2135 Birmingham St
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7000
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
Richardson Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2400 17th Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6900
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
North Metro Flex Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2350 Helen Street
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 300-6300
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 300-6300
Gr: K-6 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
North Metro Flex Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2350 Helen St.
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 300-6300
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 300-6300
Gr: 7-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1010.
Harmony Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1961 E County Road C
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6200
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6200
Gr: K-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
John Glenn Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1560 E County Rd B
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6300
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,047 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
622 Alternative Middle/high School
Alternative School
2520 12th Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7610
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7610
Gr: 6-12 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Fairview Adolescent Education Progr
Alternative School
1675 Beam Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6210
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6210
Gr: 1-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
2410 Holloway Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6600
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 830 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Lionsgate Academy Aim
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
2342 Helen Street North
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 300-4326
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 300-4326
Gr: 12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
The Next Step
Special Education School
2586 7th Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 621-1900
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 621-1900
Gr: 11-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Phoenix Academy
Alternative School
2055 White Bear Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 278-2894
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 278-2894
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Prairiecare Maplewood
Alternative School
2001 Beam Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-0000
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-0000
Gr: K-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
55109, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
622 Targeted Services Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1961 E County Road C
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7651
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7651
Gr: K-8
Elementary Alp @ John Glenn (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
1560 E Cty Rd B
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 415-5470
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 415-5470
Gr: K-6 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Fairview Dual Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2355 Ariel Street N Ste B, Hea
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7450
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7450
Gr: 6-12
2410 Holloway St
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6500
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6500
Gr: 6-8 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
2170 E 7th Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7100
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55109, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55109, MN include 622 Online High School, 622 Online Middle School and Cowern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55109?
18 public schools are located in 55109.
What percentage of students in 55109 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 55109 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55109?
55109 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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