- Aspen House Education Program — 0.7 mi · Grades 5–12 · 6 students
- MENDOTA ELEMENTARY — 0.8 mi · Grades PK–4 · 358 students
- FRIENDLY HILLS MIDDLE — 1.6 mi · Grades 5–8 · 785 students
- PILOT KNOB STEM MAGNET SCHOOL — 2.2 mi · Grades PK–4 · 387 students
- Two Rivers High School — 2.2 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,710 students
- W ST. PAUL AREA LEARNING CNTR. — 2.2 mi · Grades 9–12
- Special Education — 2.2 mi · Grades K–12 · 3 students
- SOMERSET ELEMENTARY — 2.7 mi · Grades PK–4 · 412 students
| Metric | West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 5,116 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 13 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,619/yr | $17,619/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan (this district) | 7/10 | 66th | 5,116 |
| Richfield Public School District | 4/10 | 31st | 4,139 |
| St. Paul Public School District | 3/10 | 24th | 32,316 |
| Minneapolis Public School District | 4/10 | 37th | 29,205 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 489 rated districts in MN → 66th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Minnesota Dept. of Education MCA/MTAS, all grades Percent Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan
West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan is the public school district assigned to zip code 55120 in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 55120. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan 7 out of 10 — above average among Minnesota public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Minnesota’s MCA/MTAS assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Minnesota is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Minnesota. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 55120
Children in zip code 55120 are assigned to West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 55120, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Minnesota districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Saint Paul
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan serves zip code 55120, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 55120. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Minnesota, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 55120.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 55120 data.