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Best 56301 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,463 students in 56301, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56301, MN are South Junior High School and Stride Academy K-8 Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 56301 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 56301, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56301, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Junior High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1120 15th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-7230
Gr: 6-8 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Stride Academy K-8 Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3241 Oakham Ln
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 230-5340
Gr: K-8 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
180 Degrees / Youth Shelter
Alternative School
1101 Washington Memorial Dr
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-8020
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Newport Academy
Alternative School
1726 7th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-6895
Gr: 7-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 56301 Minnesota

56301, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1905 Minnesota Blvd
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 255-8811
Gr: 7-12 | 4 students
1726 7th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548
Gr: K-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 37%
1726 7th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
1101 Washington Memorial Dr
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548
Gr: 7-12 | 4 students
2719 W Division St, Ste 111
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 980-7180

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 56301, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 56301, MN include South Junior High School and Stride Academy K-8 Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 56301?
4 public middle schools are located in 56301.
What is the racial composition of students in 56301?
56301 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% 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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