For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,306 students in 55116, MN (there are 6 private schools, serving 2,139 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 55116, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55116, MN are Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy, Horace Mann School and Highland Park Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55116 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55116, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55116, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1845 Sheridan Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 744-4770
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 744-4770
Grades: K-5
| 417 students
Rank: #22.
Horace Mann School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2001 Eleanor Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8965
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8965
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #33.
Highland Park Senior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1015 Snelling Ave S
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8940
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8940
Grades: 9-12
| 1,456 students
Rank: #44.
Expo For Excellence Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
540 Warwick St
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 290-8384
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 290-8384
Grades: PK-5
| 417 students
Rank: #55.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Saunders Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8770
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8770
Grades: PK-5
| 354 students
Rank: #66.
Highland Park Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
975 Snelling Ave S
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8950
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8950
Grades: 6-8
| 773 students
Rank: #77.
Urban Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1668 Montreal Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 215-9419
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 215-9419
Grades: PK-8
| 441 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Intervention Serv
Special Education School
1780 7th St W
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 744-8094
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 744-8094
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Educational Highland
Special Education School
1700 Saunders Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8770
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8770
Grades: PK
| 16 students
Rank: n/an/a
Home/hospital Instruction
Alternative School
345 Smith Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 226-9625
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 226-9625
Grades: PK-12
| 7 students
Rank: n/an/a
United Hospital Adolescent Program
Alternative School
333 Smith Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 241-5269
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 241-5269
Grades: 1-12
| 7 students
55116, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alc Connections Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1780 7th St W
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 744-5981
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 744-5981
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Area Learning Center Bestt (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1780 W 7th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 696-9680
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 696-9680
Grades: 7-11
| n/a students
Early Ed. Expoharriet Bishop (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
520 Warwick
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 290-8384
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 290-8384
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Ecse Inclusion Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1780 W Seventh Street
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 696-9650
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 696-9650
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1845 Sheridan Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8955
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8955
Grades: K-6
| 253 students
1845 Sheridan Ave.
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8955
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 293-8955
Grades: K-3
| 85 students
Pas West 7th High School (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
1780 West 7th St
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 696-9682
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 696-9682
Grades: 10-12
| 18 students
Sisu Environmental School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
768 Hamline Ave S
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 582-8204
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(651) 582-8204
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
569 Montcalm Place
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(612) 669-3379
Saint Paul, MN 55116
(612) 669-3379
Grades: 6-9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55116, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55116, MN include Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy, Horace Mann School and Highland Park Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 55116?
11 public schools are located in 55116.
What percentage of students in 55116 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 55116 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55116?
55116 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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