For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 630 students in 55902, MN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55902, MN are Rochester Math And Science Academy, Rochester Stem Academy and Rochester Beacon Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55902 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55902, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 55902, MN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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%
55902, Minnesota 51±¬ÁÏs (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 charter schools in 55902, MN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55902, MN include Rochester Math And Science Academy, Rochester Stem Academy and Rochester Beacon Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 55902?
4 public charter schools are located in 55902.
What is the racial composition of students in 55902?
55902 public charter schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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