Best 55057 Minnesota Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 296 students in 55057, MN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55057, MN are Prairie Creek Community School and Arcadia Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55057 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55057, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public charter school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 55057, MN Public Charter Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Creek Community School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
27695 Denmark Ave
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-9640
Gr: K-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Arcadia Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1719 Cannon Rd
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 663-8806
Gr: 6-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 55057, MN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55057, MN include Prairie Creek Community School and Arcadia Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 55057?
2 public charter schools are located in 55057.
What is the racial composition of students in 55057?
55057 public charter schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 66% (majority Black).

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