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Best 55122 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,061 students in 55122, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55122, MN are Thomas Lake Elementary School, Deerwood Elementary School and Black Hawk Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55122 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55122, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55122, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Lake Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4350 Thomas Lake Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6890
Gr: K-5 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Deerwood Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1480 Deerwood Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6801
Gr: K-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Black Hawk Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1540 Deerwood Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-8521
Gr: 6-8 | 900 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Rahn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4424 Sandstone Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Innovation Sci & Tech Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3397 Coon Rapids Blvd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(763) 339-0642
Gr: PK-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Oak Ridge Leadershipenviron/health
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-6970
Gr: PK-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Innovation Sci & Tech Middle School
Charter School
3397 Coon Rapids Blvd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(763) 339-0642
Gr: 6-7 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 93%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55122 Minnesota

55122, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Burnsville Extended Day Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2140 Diffley Road
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Gr: K-9
Cedar Outpatient Speech Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2140 Diffley Rd.
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4001
Gr: PK | 9 students
Cedar School, Dhoh,e.c. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2140 Diffley Rd.
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3090
Gr: PK | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Minnesota Valley Adult Diploma High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2140 Diffley Road
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Gr: 12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Vale Educational Center (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2144 Diffley Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4000
Gr: K-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Youth Transition Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3920 Sibley Memorial Hwy
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 423-8503
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55122, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55122, MN include Thomas Lake Elementary School, Deerwood Elementary School and Black Hawk Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55122?
7 public elementary schools are located in 55122.
What is the racial composition of students in 55122?
55122 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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