For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,447 students in 55902, MN.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 55902 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55902, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55902, MN Public Elementary 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
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 elementary schools in 55902, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55902, MN include Folwell Elementary School, Bamber Valley Elementary School and Rochester Beacon Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55902?
4 public elementary schools are located in 55902.
What is the racial composition of students in 55902?
55902 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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