For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 1,212 students in 55104, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55104, MN are A. G. A. P. E. Teen Parent, Hidden River Middle School and Gordon Parks High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55104 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55104, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55104, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A. G. A. P. E. Teen Parent
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1037 University Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 744-7970
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 744-7970
Gr: 5-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Hidden River Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
631 Albert Street N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 293-8860
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 293-8860
Gr: 6-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Gordon Parks High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1212 University Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 744-1212
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 744-1212
Gr: 7-12 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Career Pathways
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1355 Pierce Butler Rt
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 400-1781
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 400-1781
Gr: 6-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
The Journey School Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
775 Lexington Parkway N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(612) 389-1579
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(612) 389-1579
Gr: 7-8 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: n/an/a
Hga Junior High School
Charter School
1381 Marshall Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 645-1000
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 645-1000
Gr: 6-7 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 65:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55104, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55104, MN include A. G. A. P. E. Teen Parent, Hidden River Middle School and Gordon Parks High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55104?
6 public middle schools are located in 55104.
What is the racial composition of students in 55104?
55104 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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