For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 829 students in 56301, MN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 56301, MN are Stride Academy K-8 Charter School and Athlos Academy Of Saint Cloud. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 56301 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 56301, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 56301, MN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stride Academy K-8 Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3241 Oakham Ln
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 230-5340
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 230-5340
Gr: K-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Athlos Academy Of Saint Cloud
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3701 33rd Street South
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 281-4430
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 281-4430
Gr: K-8 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 56301, MN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 56301, MN include Stride Academy K-8 Charter School and Athlos Academy Of Saint Cloud.
How many public charter schools are located in 56301?
3 public charter schools are located in 56301.
What is the racial composition of students in 56301?
56301 public charter schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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