For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,149 students in 55057, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 305 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 55057, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55057, MN are Bridgewater Elementary School, Prairie Creek Community School and Spring Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55057 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55057, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55057, MN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bridgewater Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
401 Jefferson Pkwy
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 664-3300
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 664-3300
Grades: K-5
| 527 students
Rank: #22.
Prairie Creek Community School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27695 Denmark Ave
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-9640
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-9640
Grades: K-5
| 177 students
Rank: #33.
Spring Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Maple St
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-3470
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-3470
Grades: K-5
| 462 students
Rank: #44.
Northfield Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Division St S
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-0650
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-0650
Grades: 6-8
| 846 students
Rank: #55.
Greenvale Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Lincoln Pkwy
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-3500
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-3500
Grades: K-5
| 496 students
Rank: #66.
Northfield Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 Division St S
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-0630
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-0630
Grades: 9-12
| 1,246 students
Rank: #77.
Arcadia Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1719 Cannon Rd
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-8806
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-8806
Grades: 6-12
| 115 students
Rank: #88.
Northfield Portage Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Orchard St S
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1201
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1201
Grades: K-5
| 14 students
Rank: #99.
Northfield Portage Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Orchard St S
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1201
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1201
Grades: 6-8
| 17 students
Rank: #1010.
Northfield Area Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Orchard St S
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1201
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1201
Grades: 6-12
| 124 students
Rank: n/an/a
Northfield Community Education Center
Magnet School
700 Lincoln Parkway
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 664-3649
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 664-3649
Grades: PK
| 88 students
Rank: n/an/a
Northfield Portage High School
Magnet School
201 Orchard St S
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1201
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1201
Grades: 9-12
| 37 students
Rank: n/an/a
School Readiness Plus
Magnet School
700 Lincoln Parkway
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1232
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1232
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
55057, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Area Lrng. Cntr. Targeted Services Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
201 Orchard Street S
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1200
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-1200
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Village School Of Northfield (Closed 2007)
Charter School
1100 Bollenbacher Court
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-8990
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-8990
Grades: K-12
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55057, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55057, MN include Bridgewater Elementary School, Prairie Creek Community School and Spring Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55057?
13 public schools are located in 55057.
What percentage of students in 55057 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 55057 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55057?
55057 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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