For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 561 students in 55779, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 55779, MN are South Ridge Elementary School and South Ridge Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55779 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55779, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55779, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8162 Swan Lake Rd
Saginaw, MN 55779
(218) 345-6789
Saginaw, MN 55779
(218) 345-6789
Gr: PK-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
South Ridge Secondary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8162 Swan Lake Rd
Saginaw, MN 55779
(218) 345-6789
Saginaw, MN 55779
(218) 345-6789
Gr: 7-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
N.e. Regional Correction Cntr.
Alternative School
6102 Abramson Rd
Saginaw, MN 55779
(218) 729-8673
Saginaw, MN 55779
(218) 729-8673
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55779, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55779, MN include South Ridge Elementary School and South Ridge Secondary.
How many public schools are located in 55779?
3 public schools are located in 55779.
What is the racial composition of students in 55779?
55779 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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