For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public charter schools serving 1,754 students in 55102, MN.
The top ranked public charter schools in 55102, MN are Nova Classical Academy Upper School, Nova Classical Academy Lower School and St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55102 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55102, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 55102, MN Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nova Classical Academy Upper School
Charter School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1455 Victoria Way
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Grades: 6-12
| 535 students
Rank: #22.
Nova Classical Academy Lower School
Charter School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1455 Victoria Way
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-6320
Grades: K-5
| 483 students
Rank: #33.
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16 W 5th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 290-2225
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 290-2225
Grades: 9-12
| 365 students
Rank: #44.
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights Secondary
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
426 Osceola Ave S
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 285-4672
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 285-4672
Grades: 7-8
| 22 students
Rank: #55.
St. Paul School Of Northern Lights
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
426 Osceola Ave S
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 285-4672
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 285-4672
Grades: K-6
| 185 students
Rank: #66.
Rise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
355 Randolph Ave, Ste 300
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 605-2360
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 605-2360
Grades: K-6
| 164 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rise Academy Online
Charter School
355 Randolph Ave, Ste 300
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 605-2360
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 605-2360
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
55102, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Calvin Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
360 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Early Education Bridge View (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
354 Colborne St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8640
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 293-8640
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Elmore Academy (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
360 Colborne St.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 769-8243
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 769-8243
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Ls Mnic (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
360 Colborne St 4th Floor
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8326
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8326
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Minnesota Business Academy Charter (Closed 2007)
Charter School
505 Wabasha Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 726-2100
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 726-2100
Grades: 9-12
| 229 students
Pre-school Screening (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
360 Colborne Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8380
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8380
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Private Agencies (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
360 Colborne
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 767-8243
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
School Of Leaders For Ps Secondary (Closed 2023)
Charter School
905 Jefferson Ave, Ste 305
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 582-8204
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 582-8204
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Transition For Success High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
25 W 7th Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-5245
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-5245
Grades: 7-12
| 77 students
426 Osceola Ave. South
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(612) 843-3242
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(612) 843-3242
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Watkins Center For Young Women (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
325 Dayton Ave.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 227-8431
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 227-8431
Grades: 7-12
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 55102, MN?
The top ranked public charter schools in 55102, MN include Nova Classical Academy Upper School, Nova Classical Academy Lower School and St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art.
How many public charter schools are located in 55102?
7 public charter schools are located in 55102.
What is the racial composition of students in 55102?
55102 public charter schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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