For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 120 students in 55802, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55802, MN are Duluth Area Learning Center and Chester Creek Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55802 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55802, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55802, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Duluth Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11 E Superior St, Ste 450
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 336-8756
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 336-8756
Gr: 6-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Chester Creek Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
714 1/2 W College St
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 216-8325
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 216-8325
Gr: K-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
11 E Superior St, Ste 450
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 336-8766
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 336-8766
Gr: 6-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55802, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55802, MN include Duluth Area Learning Center and Chester Creek Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55802?
3 public elementary schools are located in 55802.
What is the racial composition of students in 55802?
55802 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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