For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 1,826 students in 55014, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55014, MN are Centennial Middle School, Centennial Area Learning Center and Pines School - Nsp. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55014 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55014, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55014, MN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 1,544 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #2 - 42. - 4.
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
Gr: 7-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #2 - 42. - 4.
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
Gr: 7-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #2 - 42. - 4.
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
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
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
Gr: 8-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
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
Gr: 8-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #77.
Karner Blue Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | 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
Gr: K-9 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55014, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55014, MN include Centennial Middle School, Centennial Area Learning Center and Pines School - Nsp.
How many public middle schools are located in 55014?
8 public middle schools are located in 55014.
What is the racial composition of students in 55014?
55014 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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