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Top 5 Best 55744 Minnesota Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,460 students in 55744, MN (there are 4 private schools, serving 241 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 55744, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55744, MN are East Rapids Elementary School, Robert J. Elkington Middle School and West Rapids Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55744 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55744, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55744, MN Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Rapids Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1195 Ne 10th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5880
Grades: K-5
| 681 students
Rank: #22.
Robert J. Elkington Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1000 Ne 8th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 747 students
Rank: #33.
West Rapids Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
901 Sw 22nd Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5870
Grades: K-5
| 604 students
Rank: #44.
Itaskin Education Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1880 River Rd
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 322-4129
Grades: 4-12
| 40 students
Rank: #55.
Grand Rapids Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
800 Conifer Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5760
Grades: 9-12
| 1,129 students
Rank: #66.
Grand Rapids Area Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
413 Se 13th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5750
Grades: 8-12
| 119 students
Rank: #77.
Middle Area Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Ne 8th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5800
Grades: 5-8
| 53 students
Rank: n/an/a
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
1217 Se 2nd Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5572
Grades: PK
| 87 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55744 Minnesota

55744, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Forest Lake Elementary School (Closed 2023)
715 Nw 7th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
Grand Rapids L.e.a.d. Program Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
820 Nw 1st Avenue
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5706
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Murphy Elementary School (Closed 2023)
822 Ne 5th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
Northland Educational Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
510 Se 13th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5705
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Quad County Telecomm Project (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1851 E. Hwy 169
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Quad County Vocational Project (Closed 2008)
Vocational School
1851 E Highway 169
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Riverview Elementary School (Closed 2007)
300 Se 4th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5850
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Southwest Elementary School (Closed 2023)
601 Sw 7th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
Success Program (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
800 Conifer Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5802
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 55744, MN?
How many public schools are located in 55744?
8 public schools are located in 55744.
What percentage of students in 55744 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 55744 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55744?
55744 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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