Best 55104 Minnesota Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 2,227 students in 55104, MN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 55104, MN are A. G. A. P. E. Teen Parent, Central Senior High School and Gordon Parks High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 55104 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 55104, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 55104 have a Graduation Rate of 63%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central Senior High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 55104, MN Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A. G. A. P. E. Teen Parent
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1037 University Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 744-7970
Gr: 5-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Central Senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
275 Lexington Pkwy N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 744-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,682 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Gordon Parks High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1212 University Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 744-1212
Gr: 7-12 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Career Pathways
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1355 Pierce Butler Rt
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 400-1781
Gr: 6-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
High School For Recording Arts
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1166 University Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 287-0890
Gr: 9-12 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Alc Evening High School
Alternative School
1212 University Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 744-1210
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Alc Online School
Alternative School
1212 University Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 744-1330
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 55104, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 55104, MN include A. G. A. P. E. Teen Parent, Central Senior High School and Gordon Parks High School.
How many public high schools are located in 55104?
7 public high schools are located in 55104.
What is the racial composition of students in 55104?
55104 public high schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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