Best Public Elementary Schools in 56301 (Saint Cloud, MN) (2026)

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Best 56301 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,462 students in 56301, MN.

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56301, MN are Oak Hill Community Elementary School, South Junior High School and Stride Academy K-8 Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public elementary schools in zipcode 56301 have an score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 56301, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 56301, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Oak Hill Community Elementary School

(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
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2600 County Road 136
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-6000

Gr: PK-5 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%

Rank: #22.

South Junior High School

(Math: 23% | Reading: 40%)
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1120 15th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-7230

Gr: 6-8 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%

Rank: #33.

Stride Academy K-8 Charter School

Charter School

(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
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3241 Oakham Ln
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 230-5340

Gr: K-8 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Rank: #44.

Athlos Academy Of Saint Cloud

Charter School

(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
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3701 33rd Street South
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 281-4430

Gr: K-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Rank: n/an/a

180 Degrees / Youth Shelter

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1101 Washington Memorial Dr
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 370-8020

Gr: 6-12

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O.k House High School (Closed 2009)

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1905 Minnesota Blvd
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 255-8811

Gr: 7-12 | 4 students

Riverwoods School - Residential (Closed 2018)

Alternative School

1726 7th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548

Gr: K-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 37%

Riverwoods School Non-residential (Closed 2009)

Alternative School

1726 7th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548

Gr: K-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 85%

St. Cloud Group Home (Closed 2009)

Alternative School

1101 Washington Memorial Dr
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 650-1548

Gr: 7-12 | 4 students

St. Cloud Social Justice Academy (Closed 2023)

Charter School

2719 W Division St, Ste 111
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
(320) 980-7180

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 56301, MN?

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 56301, MN include Oak Hill Community Elementary School, South Junior High School and Stride Academy K-8 Charter School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 56301?

5 public elementary schools are located in 56301.

What is the racial composition of students in 56301?

56301 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).