For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,023 students in 55112, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55112, MN are Highview Middle School, Edgewood Middle School and Global Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55112 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55112, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55112, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highview Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2300 - 7th St Nw
Saint Paul, MN 55112
(651) 621-6700
Saint Paul, MN 55112
(651) 621-6700
Gr: 6-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Edgewood Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Edgewood Dr N
Saint Paul, MN 55112
(651) 621-6600
Saint Paul, MN 55112
(651) 621-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Global Academy
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3000 5th Street Nw
Saint Paul, MN 55112
(763) 404-8200
Saint Paul, MN 55112
(763) 404-8200
Gr: K-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Mounds View Alc
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2574 County Rd 10
Saint Paul, MN 55112
(651) 621-6200
Saint Paul, MN 55112
(651) 621-6200
Gr: 7-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55112, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55112, MN include Highview Middle School, Edgewood Middle School and Global Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 55112?
4 public middle schools are located in 55112.
What is the racial composition of students in 55112?
55112 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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