For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 735 students in 55120, MN (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,174 private students). 39% of all K-12 students in 55120, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 55120, MN is Friendly Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 55120 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55120, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55120, MN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Friendly Hills Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 Mendota Heights Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55120
(651) 403-7601
Saint Paul, MN 55120
(651) 403-7601
Grades: 5-8
| 735 students
55120, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
917 Targeted Services Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
701 Mendota Heights Road
Saint Paul, MN 55120
(651) 332-5570
Saint Paul, MN 55120
(651) 332-5570
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55120, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55120, MN include Friendly Hills Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 55120?
1 public schools are located in 55120.
What percentage of students in 55120 go to public school?
39% of all K-12 students in 55120 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55120?
55120 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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