For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 163 students in 55101, MN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55101, MN are Upper Mississippi High Academy and Upper Mississippi Middle Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55101 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55101, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 55101, MN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Upper Mississippi High Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19 E Exchange St.
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 528-8091
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 528-8091
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19 E Exchange St.
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 528-8091
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 528-8091
Gr: 6-8 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Water Lily Montessori
Charter School
499 Wacouta St
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 227-7483
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 227-7483
Gr: PK-K | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
55101, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alc Creative Arts School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
65 Kellogg Blvd E
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 292-3480
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 292-3480
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Pioneer Bldg., 336 Robert St.
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 290-8372
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 290-8372
Gr: K | 14 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Early Education-wheelock Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
1521 Edgerton St
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 293-8835
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 293-8835
Gr: PK | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 55101, MN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55101, MN include Upper Mississippi High Academy and Upper Mississippi Middle Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 55101?
3 public charter schools are located in 55101.
What is the racial composition of students in 55101?
55101 public charter schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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