For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,583 students in 55902, MN (there are , serving 468 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 55902, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55902, MN are Folwell Elementary School, Bamber Valley Elementary School and Rochester Math And Science Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55902 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55902, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55902, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Folwell Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
603 15th Ave Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Bamber Valley Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2001 Bamber Valley Rd Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Rochester Math And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Gr: K-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
Rank: #44.
Rochester Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 281-2381
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 281-2381
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #55.
Rochester Beacon Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
974 Skyline Dr Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 258-5351
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 258-5351
Gr: 6-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Out Of State Care And Treatment
Alternative School
615 7th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-4521
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-4521
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Project Search Mayo Clinic
Special Education School
615 7th Street Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 512-0608
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 512-0608
Gr: 12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
55902, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Studio Academy Charter School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55902, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55902, MN include Folwell Elementary School, Bamber Valley Elementary School and Rochester Math And Science Academy.
How many public schools are located in 55902?
8 public schools are located in 55902.
What percentage of students in 55902 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 55902 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55902?
55902 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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