For the 2026-27 school year, there are 15 public elementary schools serving 4,370 students in 55406, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55406, MN are Northrop Elementary School, Dowling Elementary School and Howe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55406 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55406, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55406, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northrop Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4315 31st Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4520
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4520
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Dowling Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3900 W River Pkwy
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4410
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4410
Gr: K-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3733 43rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4640
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4640
Gr: 3-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Sanford Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3524 42nd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4900
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4900
Gr: 6-8 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2600 E 38th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 879-6703
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 879-6703
Gr: K-1 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1
Rank: #66.
Universal Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2912 28th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Gr: PK-6 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Seward Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2309 28th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #88.
Sullivan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3100 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5000
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Skyline Math And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 26th Ave S, Ste 100
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 200-9916
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 200-9916
Gr: K-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #1010.
Bdote Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3216 E 29th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9266
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9266
Gr: K-8 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3100 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-0880
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-0880
Gr: PK-5 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2526 27th Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9140
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9140
Gr: K-6 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1313.
Friendship Academy Of Arts - Interm
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3320 E. 41st St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 879-6703
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 879-6703
Gr: 2-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
4201 42nd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4610
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4610
Gr: K-2 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Skyline Math & Science Academy Oll
Charter School
2600 26th Ave S, Ste 100
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 200-9916
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 200-9916
Gr: K-6 | 115 students
55406, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4001 Harriet Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 408-2648
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 408-2648
2750 18th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 275-2512
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 275-2512
Gr: 7-9
Center For Training & Careers (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2309 Nicollet Av
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-1180
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-1180
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
3239 44th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4450
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4450
Gr: K-5 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
4315 31st Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4520
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4520
Gr: K-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
4201 42nd Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4610
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4610
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
3733 43rd Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4640
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4640
Gr: K-5 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Longfellow Alternative Extended High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
3017 East 31st St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4700
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4700
Gr: 7-12
Minnesota Transitions Alp High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
2872 26th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Gr: 10-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
2526 27th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-0340
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-0340
Gr: 6-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Mps D/hh (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
3100 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5021
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5021
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
2309 28th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Gr: PK-8 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
2872 26th Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Gr: 9-12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55406, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55406, MN include Northrop Elementary School, Dowling Elementary School and Howe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55406?
15 public elementary schools are located in 55406.
What is the racial composition of students in 55406?
55406 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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