- LESTER PARK ELEMENTARY — Grades K–5 · 510 students
- CONGDON ELEMENTARY — Grades K–5 · 474 students
- HOMECROFT ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 448 students
- PIEDMONT ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 410 students
- MYERS-WILKINS ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 329 students
- Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion — Grades K–5 · 329 students
- Lowell Elementary — Grades K–5 · 312 students
- LAURA MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 277 students
- LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY — Grades K–5 · 254 students
- EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION — Grades PK–PK · 249 students
- STOWE ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 245 students
- ORDEAN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 1,037 students
- LINCOLN PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 6–8 · 606 students
- ALC SWS Lincoln Park — Grades 6–8 · 65 students
- ALC SWS Ordean East — Grades 6–8 · 47 students
- East High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,495 students
- DENFELD HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 951 students
- ALC Independent Study — Grades 9–12 · 235 students
- ALC SWS East — Grades 9–12 · 74 students
- ALC SWS Denfeld — Grades 9–12 · 57 students
- THE BRIDGE — Grades 12–12 · 25 students
- MERRITT CREEK ACADEMY — Grades K–12 · 75 students
- Academic Excellence Online — Grades 6–12 · 54 students
- Rockridge Academy — Grades K–12 · 35 students
- DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER — Grades 6–12 · 35 students
- CHESTER CREEK ACADEMY — Grades K–12 · 31 students
- SPECIAL ED. N.P. — Grades PK–12 · 25 students
- SUPERIOR ACADEMY — Grades K–12 · 19 students
- Arrowhead Academy — Grades 4–12 · 18 students
- Bethany Crisis Shelter — Grades K–12 · 2 students
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| Metric | Duluth Public School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 25 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Duluth Public School District
Duluth Public School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 55804 in Duluth, Minnesota. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 55804. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Duluth Public School District runs approximately $14,100 annually, placing it near the Minnesota state average of approximately $14,000 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Duluth Public School District is a small, community-focused district with 1 schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Duluth Public School District 5 out of 10 — 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 the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 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.
Duluth Public School District falls near the middle of Minnesota on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 55804
Children in zip code 55804 are assigned to Duluth Public School District 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 55804, 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 Duluth Public School District at (218)336-8752 or visit www.isd709.org/. 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 Duluth
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Duluth Public School District serves zip code 55804, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 55804. 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 Duluth Public School District 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 55804.
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, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Duluth Public School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 55804 data.