For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 2,441 students in 56303, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56303, MN are Westwood Elementary School, Roosevelt Education Center and Saint Cloud Math And Science Academ. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 56303 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56303, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 56303, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5800 Ridgewood Rd
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-7630
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-7630
Gr: K-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3015 3rd St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6890
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6890
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Saint Cloud Math And Science Academ
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1025 18th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 774-2201
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 774-2201
Gr: K-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2805 9th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6330
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6330
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
North Junior High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1212 29th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-7000
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Katherine Johnson Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
713 Anderson Avenue North
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6897
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6897
Gr: K-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
Success Academy Saint Cloud
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
809 12th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 876-3050
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(612) 876-3050
Gr: K-7 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: n/an/a
St. Cloud Hospital Programs Non-res
Alternative School
1406 6th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6895
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6895
Gr: PK-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
St. Cloud Hospital Progs-residential
Alternative School
1406 6th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 650-6895
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 650-6895
Gr: K-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
St. Cloud Math & Science Middle School
Charter School
1025 18th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 774-2201
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 774-2201
Gr: 6-8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
56303, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Central Mn T.s. Street Cloud (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
809 12th Street N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-4963
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-4963
3015 3rd St. N.
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 252-2351
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 252-2351
Gr: K-4 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
St. Cloud Alc High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
809 12th Street N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-4963
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 251-4963
St. Cloud Extended Day Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
809 12th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6795
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6795
Gr: 9-12
Stride Academy Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
1025 18th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 230-5340
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 230-5340
Gr: K-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Targeted Services-stride Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1025 18th Street North
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 230-5340
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 230-5340
Gr: 1-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 56303, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 56303, MN include Westwood Elementary School, Roosevelt Education Center and Saint Cloud Math And Science Academ.
How many public elementary schools are located in 56303?
10 public elementary schools are located in 56303.
What is the racial composition of students in 56303?
56303 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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