For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,571 students in 55902, MN (there are 6 private schools, serving 468 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 55902, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55902, MN are Folwell Elementary School, Bamber Valley Elementary School and Rochester Beacon Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55902 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55902, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55902, MN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Folwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
603 15th Ave Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Grades: PK-5
| 315 students
Rank: #22.
Bamber Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2001 Bamber Valley Rd Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Grades: PK-5
| 633 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Rochester Beacon Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
974 Skyline Dr Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 258-5351
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 258-5351
Grades: 6-12
| 85 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Rochester Math And Science Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Grades: K-8
| 414 students
Rank: #55.
Rochester Stem Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 281-2381
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 281-2381
Grades: 9-12
| 116 students
Rank: n/an/a
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Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
615 7th Street Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-4322
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-4322
Grades: 12
| 8 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rstem Online
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(612) 408-7241
Rochester, MN 55902
(612) 408-7241
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
55902, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Studio Academy Charter School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Grades: 9-12
| 89 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55902, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55902, MN include Folwell Elementary School, Bamber Valley Elementary School and Rochester Beacon Academy.
How many public schools are located in 55902?
7 public schools are located in 55902.
What percentage of students in 55902 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 55902 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55902?
55902 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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