For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,542 students in 55812, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55812, MN are Congdon Elementary School and Ordean East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55812 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55812, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55812, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Congdon Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3116 E Superior St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8825
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8825
Grades: K-5
| 473 students
Rank: #22.
Ordean East Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2900 E 4th St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8940
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8940
Grades: 6-8
| 1,069 students
55812, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
31 W. College St.
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 728-7411
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 728-7411
Grades: K-5
| 278 students
31 West College St
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8700
Duluth, MN 55812
(218) 336-8700
Grades: K
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55812, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55812, MN include Congdon Elementary School and Ordean East Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55812?
2 public elementary schools are located in 55812.
What is the racial composition of students in 55812?
55812 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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