For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,429 students in 55122, MN (there are 4 private schools, serving 186 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 55122, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55122, MN are Thomas Lake Elementary School, Deerwood Elementary School and Black Hawk Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55122 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55122, 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 and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55122, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thomas Lake Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4350 Thomas Lake Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6890
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6890
Grades: K-5
| 604 students
Rank: #22.
Deerwood Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1480 Deerwood Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6801
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6801
Grades: K-5
| 526 students
Rank: #33.
Black Hawk Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1540 Deerwood Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-8521
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-8521
Grades: 6-8
| 900 students
Rank: #44.
Innovation Sci & Tech Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3397 Coon Rapids Blvd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(763) 339-0642
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(763) 339-0642
Grades: PK-5
| 64 students
Rank: #55.
Rahn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4424 Sandstone Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3600
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 363 students
Rank: #66.
Oak Ridge Leadershipenviron/health
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6970
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6970
Grades: PK-5
| 590 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Burnsville Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2140 Diffley Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4020
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4020
Grades: 9-12
| 176 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Rosemount Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2120 Silver Bell Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 905-5857
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 905-5857
Grades: 9-12
| 189 students
Rank: n/an/a
Burnsville Sr High Extended Day Pro
Alternative School
2140 Diffley Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4104
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4104
Grades: 9-12
| 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
Innovation Sci & Tech Middle School
Charter School
3397 Coon Rapids Blvd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(763) 339-0642
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(763) 339-0642
Grades: 6-7
| 14 students
55122, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Burnsville Extended Day Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2140 Diffley Road
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Grades: K-9
| n/a students
Cedar Outpatient Speech Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2140 Diffley Rd.
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4001
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4001
Grades: PK
| 9 students
Cedar School, Dhoh,e.c. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2140 Diffley Rd.
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3090
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3090
Grades: PK
| 14 students
Minnesota Valley Adult Diploma High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2140 Diffley Road
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Grades: 12
| 4 students
Vale Educational Center (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2144 Diffley Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4000
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4000
Grades: K-12
| 42 students
Youth Transition Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3920 Sibley Memorial Hwy
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 423-8503
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 423-8503
Grades: K-12
| 63 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55122, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55122, MN include Thomas Lake Elementary School, Deerwood Elementary School and Black Hawk Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 55122?
10 public schools are located in 55122.
What percentage of students in 55122 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 55122 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55122?
55122 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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