For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 3,548 students in 55124, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 55124, MN are Scott Highlands Middle School, Fit Academy High School and Falcon Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55124 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55124, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55124, MN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott Highlands Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14011 Pilot Knob Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 423-7581
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 423-7581
Gr: 6-8 | 1,207 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Fit Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7200 147th St W
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 847-3798
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 847-3798
Gr: 6-12 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Falcon Ridge Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12900 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 431-8760
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 431-8760
Gr: 6-8 | 987 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
917 Tea
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5800 - 149th Street West
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 707-4075
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 707-4075
Gr: PK-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Valley Middle School Of Stem
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 Garden View Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 431-8300
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 431-8300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,060 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Dakota Ridge School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4629 144th St W
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 423-7619
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 423-7619
Gr: K-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
55124, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
917 Mcquire Junior High School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
6950 W. 146th St. #114
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(651) 423-8503
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(651) 423-8503
Gr: 6-8 | 4 students
917 Pine Bend Elementary School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
6950 W. 146th St. #114
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(651) 423-8503
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(651) 423-8503
Gr: PK-6 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 5%
600 Weir Drive
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(651) 539-2600
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(651) 539-2600
Gr: 6-8 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 101:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
New Connections (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4629 144th Street West
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(651) 423-7700
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(651) 423-7700
Gr: 7-12
Paideia Academy Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
7200 W 147th St
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 953-6200
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 953-6200
Gr: K-8 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rosemount Area Learning Cntr. (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
5840 149th Street West
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 431-8720
Saint Paul, MN 55124
(952) 431-8720
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 55124, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 55124, MN include Scott Highlands Middle School, Fit Academy High School and Falcon Ridge Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55124?
6 public middle schools are located in 55124.
What is the racial composition of students in 55124?
55124 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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