For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 3,478 students in 55126, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55126, MN are Turtle Lake Elementary School, Chippewa Middle School and Island Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55126 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55126, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55126, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turtle Lake Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1141 Lepak Ct
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7700
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7700
Gr: 1-5 | 985 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Chippewa Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5000 Hodgson Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6400
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 1,093 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Island Lake Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3555 Victoria St N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7000
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7000
Gr: 1-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Williams Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
955 County Road D W
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 482-8624
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 482-8624
Gr: K-6 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Oak Hill Montessori Community
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4665 Hodgson Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 484-8242
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 484-8242
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Mounds View Bridges Program
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3490 Lexington Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6160
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6160
Gr: K-5 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Nets
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3490 Lexington Ave N Ste 115
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 486-3808
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 486-3808
Gr: 5-12
Rank: #88.
Reach Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3490 Lexington Avenue N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7903
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7903
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Out Of State Care And Treatment
Alternative School
4570 Victoria St N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6052
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6052
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Shared Time Program
Special Education School
4570 Victoria St N
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6048
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6048
Gr: PK-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
55126, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Career And Life Transition Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1037a Hwy 96 W
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6052
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-6052
Gr: 12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Fcys (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3490 N. Lexington Ave. Ste 115
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 483-1119
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 483-1119
Lifespan Of Mn Youth Transition (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
529 County Road E W Ste C
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 287-6022
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 287-6022
Gr: 1-12
Nets Ii (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
3490 Lexington Avenue N, Ste 1
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 379-3405
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 379-3405
Gr: 6-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Oak Grove Senior Sp. Ed. High School (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
350 Hwy 96 West
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7900
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 621-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
350 W. Hwy 96
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 483-6725
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 483-6725
Gr: K-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Speech Program - Sp Ed Program Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4182 N. Lexington
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 639-6013
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 639-6013
Gr: PK | 21 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Targeted Services - Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
500 10th Street Nw
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 482-8203
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 482-8203
Gr: K-5
Targeted Services - Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
500 10th St Nw
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 482-8203
Saint Paul, MN 55126
(651) 482-8203
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55126, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55126, MN include Turtle Lake Elementary School, Chippewa Middle School and Island Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55126?
10 public elementary schools are located in 55126.
What is the racial composition of students in 55126?
55126 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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