For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 785 students in 55120, MN (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,193 private students). 40% of all K-12 students in 55120, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 55120, MN is Friendly Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 55120 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55120, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55120, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Friendly Hills Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Mendota Heights Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55120
(651) 403-7601
Saint Paul, MN 55120
(651) 403-7601
Gr: 5-8 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55120, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55120, MN include Friendly Hills Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 55120?
1 public schools are located in 55120.
What percentage of students in 55120 go to public school?
40% of all K-12 students in 55120 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55120?
55120 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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