For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,186 students in 55804, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55804, MN are Lester Park Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School and North Shore Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55804 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55804, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55804, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lester Park Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5300 Glenwood St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8875
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8875
Gr: K-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5207 N Tischer Rd
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8870
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8870
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
North Shore Community School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5926 Ryan Rd
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0663
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0663
Gr: PK-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #44.
Rockridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Bethany Crisis Shelter
Alternative School
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12 | 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
Superior Academy
Alternative School
615 Pecan Ave
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
55804, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lakeside Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 336-8955
Gr: K-12
4849 Ivanhoe St
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0821
Duluth, MN 55804
(218) 525-0821
Gr: PK-1 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55804, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55804, MN include Lester Park Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School and North Shore Community School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55804?
6 public elementary schools are located in 55804.
What is the racial composition of students in 55804?
55804 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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