For the 2025 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 6,782 students in 55014, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 55014, MN are Rice Lake Elementary School, Golden Lake Elementary School and Blue Heron Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55014 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55014, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55014, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rice Lake Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
575 Birch St
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5700
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5700
Grades: K-5
| 684 students
Rank: #22.
Golden Lake Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 School Rd
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5900
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 385 students
Rank: #33.
Blue Heron Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
405 Elm St
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-6200
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-6200
Grades: K-5
| 732 students
Rank: #44.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4657 North Rd
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5300
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5300
Grades: K-5
| 507 students
Rank: #55.
Centennial High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4757 N Rd
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5000
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,997 students
Rank: #66.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
399 Elm St
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5400
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5400
Grades: 6-8
| 1,544 students
Rank: #77.
Lino Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
725 Main Street
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(651) 982-8850
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(651) 982-8850
Grades: PK-6
| 475 students
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Centennial Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4881 101st Ln Ne
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 398-2960
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 398-2960
Grades: 7-12
| 84 students
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Pines School - Nsp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7555 4th Ave
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-4011
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-4011
Grades: 7-12
| 22 students
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Pines School - Rjc
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7565 4th Ave
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-4011
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-4011
Grades: 7-12
| 29 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Pines School - Acs
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7545 4th Ave
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-4011
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-4011
Grades: 8-12
| 30 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Pines School Day Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7555 4th Ave
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-4011
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-4011
Grades: 8-12
| 15 students
Rank: #1313.
Karner Blue Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3764 95th Ave Ne
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(651) 415-6201
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(651) 415-6201
Grades: K-9
| 102 students
Rank: n/an/a
4757 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5000
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
399 Elm St
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5400
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5400
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5300
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-5300
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
575 Birch Street
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-6040
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-6040
Grades: PK-K
| 148 students
Rank: n/an/a
Journey
Special Education School
4881 101st Ln Ne
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-6040
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-6040
Grades: 12
| 18 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mn Correctional Facility-lino Lakes
Alternative School
7525 4th Ave
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(651) 717-6102
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(651) 717-6102
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
Project Search
Special Education School
4707 N Rd
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-6040
Circle Pines, MN 55014
(763) 792-6040
Grades: 12
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55014, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55014, MN include Rice Lake Elementary School, Golden Lake Elementary School and Blue Heron Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55014?
20 public schools are located in 55014.
What is the racial composition of students in 55014?
55014 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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