For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,583 students in 55902, MN (there are , serving 468 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 55902, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55902, MN are Folwell Elementary School, Bamber Valley Elementary School and Rochester Math And Science Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55902 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55902, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55902, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Folwell Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
603 15th Ave Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Bamber Valley Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2001 Bamber Valley Rd Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Rochester Math And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 252-5995
Gr: K-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
Rank: #44.
Rochester Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 281-2381
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 281-2381
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #55.
Rochester Beacon Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
974 Skyline Dr Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 258-5351
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 258-5351
Gr: 6-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Out Of State Care And Treatment
Alternative School
615 7th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-4521
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-4521
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Project Search Mayo Clinic
Special Education School
615 7th Street Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 512-0608
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 512-0608
Gr: 12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
55902, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Studio Academy Charter School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55902, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55902, MN include Folwell Elementary School, Bamber Valley Elementary School and Rochester Math And Science Academy.
How many public schools are located in 55902?
8 public schools are located in 55902.
What percentage of students in 55902 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 55902 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55902?
55902 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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