For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,958 students in 55122, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55122, MN are Thomas Lake Elementary School, Deerwood Elementary School and Black Hawk Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55122 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55122, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55122, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Lake Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4350 Thomas Lake Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6890
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6890
Gr: K-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Deerwood Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1480 Deerwood Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6801
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6801
Gr: K-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Black Hawk Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1540 Deerwood Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-8521
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-8521
Gr: 6-8 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Rahn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4424 Sandstone Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3600
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Oak Ridge Leadershipenviron/health
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6970
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6970
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
55122, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Burnsville Extended Day Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2140 Diffley Road
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Gr: K-9
Cedar Outpatient Speech Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2140 Diffley Rd.
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4001
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4001
Gr: PK | 9 students
Cedar School, Dhoh,e.c. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2140 Diffley Rd.
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3090
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3090
Gr: PK | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Minnesota Valley Adult Diploma High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2140 Diffley Road
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Gr: 12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Vale Educational Center (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2144 Diffley Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4000
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4000
Gr: K-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Youth Transition Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3920 Sibley Memorial Hwy
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 423-8503
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 423-8503
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55122, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55122, MN include Thomas Lake Elementary School, Deerwood Elementary School and Black Hawk Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55122?
5 public elementary schools are located in 55122.
What is the racial composition of students in 55122?
55122 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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