Best 55117 Minnesota Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 1,099 students in 55117, MN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55117, MN are Afsa Elementary School, Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary and Mmsa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55117 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55117, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 55117, MN Public Charter Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Afsa Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2925 Country Drive
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 209-3910
Gr: PK-6 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
170 Rose Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 350-7655
Gr: PK-1 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Mmsa Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
169 Jenks Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 246-0845
Gr: K-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #44.
Mmsa Secondary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
169 Jenks Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 246-0845
Gr: 6-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Prodeo Academy St. Paul Elementary School
Charter School
170 Rose Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 350-7655
Gr: 2-4 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: n/an/a
Prodeo Academy St. Paul Middle School
Charter School
170 Rose Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 350-7655
Gr: 5-7 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 55117, MN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55117, MN include Afsa Elementary School, Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary and Mmsa Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 55117?
6 public charter schools are located in 55117.
What is the racial composition of students in 55117?
55117 public charter schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 66% (majority Black).

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