For the 2025 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 7,262 students in 55901, MN (there are , serving 1,827 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 55901, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
Public schools in zipcode 55901 have an average reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public schools of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55901, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gibbs Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5525 56th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4100
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Washington District-wide Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 11th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3800
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3800
Gr: K-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Bishop Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
406 36th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3100
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: 3-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Sunset Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1707 19th Ave Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3770
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3770
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Prairiecare
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5255 Members Pkwy Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4322
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4322
Gr: K-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Elton Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1421 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3200
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #88.
John Marshall Senior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1510 14th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5400
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5400
Gr: 8-12 | 1,521 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #99.
John Adams Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1525 31st St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5700
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1010.
Gage Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 40th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3400
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
5501 65th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4530
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4530
Gr: 6-8 | 1,003 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Assessment
Special Education School
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: PK | 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Year Round
Special Education School
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: PK-K
Rank: n/an/a
Ecse Community
Special Education School
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: PK | 30 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Hoover Early Learning School
Special Education School
369 Elton Hills Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3450
Gr: PK | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
2300 Overland Dr Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3050
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-3050
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
55901, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
John Adams Area Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1525 31st St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5755
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5755
Gr: 6-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
John Marshall Area Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1510 14th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5402
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-5402
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
201 8th St Nw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4023
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4023
Gr: PK | 13 students Minority enrollment: 77%
Summer Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
715 7th Street Sw
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4240
Rochester, MN 55901
(507) 328-4240
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55901, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55901, MN include Gibbs Elementary School, Washington District-wide Elementary School and Bishop Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55901?
16 public schools are located in 55901.
What percentage of students in 55901 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 55901 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55901?
55901 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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