For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 1,497 students in 55106, MN.
The top ranked public charter schools in 55106, MN are Cornerstone Montessori Elementary School, Face To Face Academy and Step Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55106 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55106, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 55106, MN Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cornerstone Montessori Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1611 Ames Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 774-5000
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 774-5000
Grades: K-6
| 138 students
Rank: #22.
Face To Face Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1165 Arcade St
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 772-5544
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 772-5544
Grades: 9-12
| 80 students
Rank: #33.
Step Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
835 5th St E.
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 289-6120
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 289-6120
Grades: 6-12
| 374 students
Rank: #44.
Step Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
835 5th St E
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 289-6120
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 289-6120
Grades: K-5
| 229 students
Rank: #55.
Twin Cities Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
690 Birmingham
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 205-4797
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 205-4797
Grades: 6-12
| 523 students
Rank: #66.
Life Prep
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
930 Geranium Ave East
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 793-6624
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 793-6624
Grades: PK-6
| 148 students
Rank: n/an/a
Face To Face Academy Online
Charter School
1165 Arcade St
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 772-5544
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 772-5544
Grades: 9-12
| 5 students
Rank: n/an/a
Stem Micro School
Charter School
951 5th St E
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 582-8204
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 582-8204
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
55106, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alc Elementary Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1780 W 7th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 696-5680
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 696-5680
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1140 White Bear Ave North
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8920
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8920
Grades: PK-6
| 310 students
1001 Johnson Parkway
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 793-5422
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 793-5422
Grades: K
| n/a students
Early Education Phalen Lake (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
1089 Cypress St.
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8935
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8935
Grades: PK
| 4 students
475 Etna Street Suite 9
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 228-7734
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 228-7734
Grades: K
| 18 students
Enlighten Academy Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1730 Old Hudson Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 401-6183
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 401-6183
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Family Education Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1001 Johnson Parkway
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 793-5422
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 793-5422
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1669 N Arcade Street
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 771-2000
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 771-2000
Grades: 9-12
| 31 students
1363 Bush Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8845
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8845
Grades: K-6
| 282 students
1363 Bush Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 744-1000
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 744-1000
Grades: 6-8
| 189 students
Riverside New Connections High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
445 Etna St
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 254-3053
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 254-3053
Grades: 7-12
| 3 students
1140 White Bear Ave North
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8920
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8920
Grades: K-6
| 250 students
1075 Third St East
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 778-3200
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 778-3200
Grades: PK-6
| 285 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 55106, MN?
The top ranked public charter schools in 55106, MN include Cornerstone Montessori Elementary School, Face To Face Academy and Step Academy Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 55106?
8 public charter schools are located in 55106.
What is the racial composition of students in 55106?
55106 public charter schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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