ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï

Best 55042 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,029 students in 55042, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 55042, MN are Oak-land Middle School and Pankalo Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55042 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55042, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55042, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak-land Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
820 Manning Ave N
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 351-8500
Gr: 6-8 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Pankalo Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8568 Eagle Point Blvd
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 415-6302
Gr: K-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 55042, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 55042, MN include Oak-land Middle School and Pankalo Education Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 55042?
2 public middle schools are located in 55042.
What is the racial composition of students in 55042?
55042 public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Recent Articles

Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.

Quick Links