For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 141 students in 55790, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 55790, MN are Tower-soudan Elementary School and Vermilion Country School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55790 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55790, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55790, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tower-soudan Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
415 N 2nd St
Tower, MN 55790
(218) 753-4040
Tower, MN 55790
(218) 753-4040
Grades: PK-6
| 89 students
Rank: #22.
Vermilion Country School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Enterprise Dr
Tower, MN 55790
(218) 753-1246
Tower, MN 55790
(218) 753-1246
Grades: 7-12
| 52 students
55790, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
415 North Second St
Tower, MN 55790
(218) 753-4040
Tower, MN 55790
(218) 753-4040
Grades: 7-12
| 87 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55790, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55790, MN include Tower-soudan Elementary School and Vermilion Country School.
How many public schools are located in 55790?
2 public schools are located in 55790.
What is the racial composition of students in 55790?
55790 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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