For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,431 students in 55744, MN (there are , serving 241 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 55744, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55744, MN are East Rapids Elementary School, Grand Rapids Senior High School and Robert J. Elkington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 55744 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55744, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55744, MN ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Rapids Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1195 Ne 10th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5880
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5880
Gr: K-5 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Grand Rapids Senior High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Conifer Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5760
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5760
Gr: 9-12 | 1,114 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Robert J. Elkington Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 Ne 8th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5800
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
West Rapids Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 Sw 22nd Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5870
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5870
Gr: K-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Itaskin Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1880 River Rd
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 322-4129
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 322-4129
Gr: 4-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Grand Rapids Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 Sw 7th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5750
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5750
Gr: 8-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #77.
Middle Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Ne 8th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5800
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5800
Gr: 5-8 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
601 Sw 7th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5572
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5572
Gr: PK | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
55744, Minnesota ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
715 Nw 7th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Gr: K-4
Grand Rapids L.e.a.d. Program Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
820 Nw 1st Avenue
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5706
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5706
Gr: K-5
Northland Educational Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
510 Se 13th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5705
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5705
Gr: 6-12
Quad County Telecomm Project (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1851 E. Hwy 169
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Quad County Vocational Project (Closed 2008)
Vocational School
1851 E Highway 169
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Success Program (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
800 Conifer Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5802
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5802
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55744, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55744, MN include East Rapids Elementary School, Grand Rapids Senior High School and Robert J. Elkington Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 55744?
8 public schools are located in 55744.
What percentage of students in 55744 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 55744 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55744?
55744 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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