For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 410 students in 55101, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55101, MN are Upper Mississippi Middle Academy and Creative Arts Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55101 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55101, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55101, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
Creative Arts Secondary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
65 Kellogg Blvd E
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 292-3480
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(651) 292-3480
Gr: 6-12 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
180 East 5th Street, Suite M10
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(763) 260-4133
Saint Paul, MN 55101
(763) 260-4133
Gr: K-12
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 middle schools in 55101, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55101, MN include Upper Mississippi Middle Academy and Creative Arts Secondary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55101?
3 public middle schools are located in 55101.
What is the racial composition of students in 55101?
55101 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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