For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,870 students in 55106, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55106, MN are Step Academy Charter School, Twin Cities Academy and Farnsworth Aerospace Upper. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55106 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55106, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55106, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Step Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Gr: 6-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #22.
Twin Cities Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
690 Birmingham
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 205-4797
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 205-4797
Gr: 6-12 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Walsh St
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8880
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8880
Gr: 5-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Hazel Park Preparatory Academy
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1140 White Bear Ave N
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8970
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 293-8970
Gr: PK-8 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
American Indian Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1075 3rd St E
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 778-3100
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 778-3100
Gr: PK-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Alc Gateway To College
Alternative School
740 York Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 403-4452
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 403-4452
Gr: 8-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
1363 Bush Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 744-3592
Saint Paul, MN 55106
(651) 744-3592
Gr: 5-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55106, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55106, MN include Step Academy Charter School, Twin Cities Academy and Farnsworth Aerospace Upper.
How many public middle schools are located in 55106?
7 public middle schools are located in 55106.
What is the racial composition of students in 55106?
55106 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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