Question 1

Is 55025 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 55025 in Forest Lake has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Forest Lake city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 55025 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 55025?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 55025 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 55025. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 55025 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Forest Lake. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 55025?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 55025 is approximately $438K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 55025 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 55025 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 55025 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 55025 has an overall NeighborScore of 65/100, placing it in the moderate range for Forest Lake. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 65/100, 55025 scores similarly to the middle tier of Forest Lake neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Forest Lake — ZIP 55025

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
North Lakes Academy 7-12 Campus	07–12	—	—	—
North Lakes Academy Elementary	KG–06	—	—	—
LILA Lower School	01–05	—	—	—
LILA Upper School	06–12	—	—	—
LILA Kinder Center	PK–KG	—	—	—
Online Learning Program	06–12	—	—	—
Forest Lake Area Middle School	07–08	—	—	—
Columbus Elementary	PK–06	—	—	—
Forest Lake Elementary	04–06	—	—	—
Forest Lake Area High School	09–12	—	—	—
Forest View Elementary	PK–03	—	—	—