For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,367 students in 55811, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55811, MN are Pike Lake Elementary School, Hermantown Elementary School and Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55811 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55811, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55811, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pike Lake Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5682 Martin Rd
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-8214
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-8214
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Hermantown Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5365 W Arrowhead
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-6891
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-6891
Gr: K-4 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2000 Rice Lake Rd
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8895
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8895
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Hermantown Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4335 Hawk Circle Drive
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-6690
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-6690
Gr: 5-8 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Arrowhead Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1918 Arlington Ave N
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 625-6766
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 625-6766
Gr: 4-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #66.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Rice Lake Rd
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8895
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8895
Gr: K-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Piedmont Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2827 Chambersburg Ave
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8950
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8950
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #88.
North Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3301 Technology Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 728-9556
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 728-9556
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Ed. N.p.
Special Education School
709 Portia Johnson Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8740
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8740
Gr: PK-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55811, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55811, MN include Pike Lake Elementary School, Hermantown Elementary School and Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55811?
9 public elementary schools are located in 55811.
What is the racial composition of students in 55811?
55811 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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