For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,655 students in 55042, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 55042, MN are Lake Elmo Elementary School, Oak-land Middle School and Pankalo Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55042 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55042, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55042, MN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Elmo Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11030 Stillwater Blvd N
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 351-6700
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 351-6700
Gr: K-5 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Oak-land Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
820 Manning Ave N
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 351-8500
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 351-8500
Gr: 6-8 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Pankalo Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8568 Eagle Point Blvd
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 415-6302
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
(651) 415-6302
Gr: K-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55042, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55042, MN include Lake Elmo Elementary School, Oak-land Middle School and Pankalo Education Center.
How many public schools are located in 55042?
3 public schools are located in 55042.
What is the racial composition of students in 55042?
55042 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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