For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 783 students in 55045, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55045, MN are Chisago Lakes Middle School and Pathway To Change. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55045 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55045, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55045, MN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chisago Lakes Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13750 Lake Blvd
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2400
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Pathway To Change
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13750 Lake Boulevard
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
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Special Education School
13750 Lake Boulevard
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Gr: K-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
55045, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Fairview Day Treatment Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
11725 Stinson Ave
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2501
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(651) 213-2501
Gr: 6-12
Level 4 Program Pathways To Change (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
11725 Stinson Ave
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Lindstrom, MN 55045
(320) 358-1214
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55045, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55045, MN include Chisago Lakes Middle School and Pathway To Change.
How many public middle schools are located in 55045?
3 public middle schools are located in 55045.
What is the racial composition of students in 55045?
55045 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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