For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 4,951 students in 55119, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 170 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 55119, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55119, MN are Carver Elementary School, Sejong Academy Upper School and Battle Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55119 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55119, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55119, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carver Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2680 Upper Afton Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 702-8200
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 702-8200
Gr: PK-5 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Sejong Academy Upper School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2410 Stillwater Rd E
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 301-8722
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 301-8722
Gr: 6-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Battle Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
60 Ruth St S
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 744-4130
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 744-4130
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Sejong Academy Lower School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2410 Stillwater Rd E
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 301-8722
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 301-8722
Gr: PK-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
The Heights Community School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1863 Clear Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8815
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8815
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Eastern Heights Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Margaret St
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8870
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8870
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Achieve Language Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2169 Stillwater Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 738-4875
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 738-4875
Gr: PK-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Highwood Hills Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2188 Londin Ln
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 744-3290
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 744-3290
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Nokomis Montessori North Campus
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
985 Ruth St N
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 744-7440
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 744-7440
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1010.
Battle Creek Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2121 Park Dr N
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8960
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8960
Gr: 6-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Academia Cesar Chavez Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Lacrosse Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 778-2940
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 778-2940
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Academia Cesar Chavez Middle School
Charter School
1801 Lacrosse Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 778-2940
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 778-2940
Gr: 6-8 | 149 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
1060 Sterling St N
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 702-8411
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 702-8411
Gr: PK | 23 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
1060 Sterling St N
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 702-8465
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 702-8465
Gr: PK | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
55119, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Boys Totem Town High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
398 Totem Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 266-5055
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 266-5055
Gr: 7-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Early Education-highwood Hills Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2188 Londin Ln
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8875
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8875
Gr: PK
El. Autistic Progbattle Creek Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
60 S. Ruth St.
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8853
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8853
Gr: K-5 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
2121 Park Dr North
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8960
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8960
Gr: 7-8 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Highwood Hills Learning Center (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
2188 Londin Ln
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8875
Saint Paul, MN 55119
(651) 293-8875
Gr: K-6 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55119, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55119, MN include Carver Elementary School, Sejong Academy Upper School and Battle Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55119?
14 public schools are located in 55119.
What percentage of students in 55119 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 55119 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55119?
55119 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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