For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,090 students in 55403, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,386 private students). 44% of all K-12 students in 55403, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55403, MN are Loring-nicollet High School, Wellstone International High School and Fair High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55403 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55403, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55403, MN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loring-nicollet High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 South 13th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 872-3614
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 872-3614
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Wellstone International High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Hennepin Avenue, Kopp Hal
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-5115
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-5115
Gr: 9-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Fair High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10 S 10th St
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-1060
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-1060
Gr: 9-12 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Emerson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1421 Spruce Place
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-3610
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-3610
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Loveworks Academy For Arts
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 Mount Curve Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(763) 522-6830
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(763) 522-6830
Gr: K-8
Rank: n/an/a
Loring-nicollet High Extended
Alternative School
20 South 13th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 872-3626
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 872-3626
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Wellstone International High - Sws
Alternative School
1501 Hennepin Avenue, Kopp Hal
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-5115
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-5115
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students
55403, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10 South 10th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-1060
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 668-1060
Gr: K-3 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
10 S 10th St
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 752-7100
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 752-7100
Gr: K-12 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
10 S 10th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 752-7100
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 752-7100
Gr: K-3
Inter District Downtown School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
10 S 10th St
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 752-7100
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 752-7100
Gr: 10-12
Minneapolis Youth Academy (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
41 N. 12th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 252-1200
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 252-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Ul Street Academy Middle School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2201 Blaisdell
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 813-5640
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 813-5640
Gr: 7-8 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Urban League Academy High School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
2201 Blaisdell Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 874-9667
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 874-9667
Gr: 7-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55403, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55403, MN include Loring-nicollet High School, Wellstone International High School and Fair High School.
How many public schools are located in 55403?
7 public schools are located in 55403.
What percentage of students in 55403 go to public school?
44% of all K-12 students in 55403 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55403?
55403 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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