For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 901 students in 55056, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 55056, MN are Norse Area Learning Center, Distance Learning Academy Secondary and North Branch Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55056 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55056, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55056, MN Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norse Area Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
Grades: 7-12
| 56 students
Rank: #22.
Distance Learning Academy Secondary
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1406
Grades: 6-12
| 76 students
Rank: #33.
North Branch Area Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
38431 Lincoln Tr
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1300
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1300
Grades: 6-8
| 609 students
Rank: #44.
Phoenix Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38460 Lincoln Trail Suite 1
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 237-0656
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 237-0656
Grades: K-8
| 160 students
55056, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Brooker Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
38423 Lincoln Tr
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1306
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1306
Grades: 12
| 29 students
North Branch Early Childhood (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
38705 Grand Ave
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1013
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1013
Grades: PK
| 26 students
6644 Main Street
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1100
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1100
Grades: PK
| 56 students
North Branch Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
38423 Lincoln Trail
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1400
North Branch, MN 55056
(651) 674-1400
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 55056, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 55056, MN include Norse Area Learning Center, Distance Learning Academy Secondary and North Branch Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55056?
4 public middle schools are located in 55056.
What is the racial composition of students in 55056?
55056 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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