Best 55130 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 500 students in 55130, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55130, MN are Hope Community Academy Middle School and Community Of Peace Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55130 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55130, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55130, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hope Community Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
720 Payne Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 796-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Community Of Peace Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
471 Magnolia Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55130
(651) 280-4601
Gr: 5-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55130, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55130, MN include Hope Community Academy Middle School and Community Of Peace Academy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55130?
2 public middle schools are located in 55130.
What is the racial composition of students in 55130?
55130 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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