For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,386 students in 55429, MN.
The top ranked public schools in 55429, MN are Fair Oaks Elementary School, Palmer Lake Elementary School and Northport Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55429 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55429, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55429, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fair Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5600 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-2246
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-2246
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Rank: #22.
Palmer Lake Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7300 W Palmer Lake Dr
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-1930
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-1930
Grades: PK-5
| 468 students
Rank: #33.
Northport Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5421 Brooklyn Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-7800
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 441 students
Rank: #44.
North View Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5869 69th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7200
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7200
Grades: 6-8
| 447 students
Rank: #55.
Garden City Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3501 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9768
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9768
Grades: PK-5
| 355 students
Rank: #66.
Zanewood Community School Steam
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7000 Zane Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9077
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9077
Grades: PK-5
| 300 students
Rank: #77.
Excell Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5800 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-0500
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-0500
Grades: PK-8
| 483 students
Rank: #88.
New Millennium Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5105 Brooklyn Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 235-7900
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 235-7900
Grades: K-8
| 851 students
Rank: #99.
Twin Lakes Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6201 Noble Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 338-9373
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 338-9373
Grades: K-6
| 203 students
Rank: #1010.
Progeny Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5929 Brooklyn Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 325-9150
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 325-9150
Grades: K-8
| 96 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
7020 Perry Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7300
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7300
Grades: PK
| 374 students
55429, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
279 - Palmer Lake Elementary - Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
7300 West Palmer Lake Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-1930
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-1930
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
279 Orchard Lane Elementary School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
6201 Noble Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 550-7112
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 550-7112
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
279 Willow Lane Elementary School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
7020 Perry Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9272
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9272
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
279-brooklyn Junior High - Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
7000 Zane Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7286
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7286
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
279-north View Junior High-_ts Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
5869 69th Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7200
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7200
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
281 Highview Alternative Program High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
5400 Corvallis Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-8700
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-8700
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
281 Highview High School - I.S. (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
5400 Corvallis Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-8700
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-8700
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Alc Nvms Middle Year Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5869 69th Avenue N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 391-7000
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 391-7000
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
5929 Brooklyn Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(612) 293-9825
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(612) 293-9825
Grades: 6-8
| 87 students
Cavanagh Early Childhood Center (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
5400 Corvallis Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-4161
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-4161
Grades: PK
| n/a students
High School Diploma Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
7051 Brooklyn Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 566-5452
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 566-5452
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Joy In Learning Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
6120 Xerxes Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-4480
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-4480
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
6201 Noble Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 204-8406
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 204-8406
Grades: K-2
| 261 students
6201 Noble Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 971-8200
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 971-8200
Grades: K-8
| 308 students
6201 Noble Avenue N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 971-8200
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 971-8200
Grades: K-8
| 184 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55429, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55429, MN include Fair Oaks Elementary School, Palmer Lake Elementary School and Northport Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55429?
11 public schools are located in 55429.
What is the racial composition of students in 55429?
55429 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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