For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 1,984 students in 55406, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55406, MN are Sanford Middle School, Longfellow Alternative High School and Mts Pease Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55406 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55406, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55406, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
Longfellow Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3017 E 31st St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4700
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4700
Gr: 7-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Mts Pease Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 13th Ave Se
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 378-1377
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 378-1377
Gr: 8-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
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: #55.
Mts High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2872 26th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Gr: 7-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
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: #77.
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
Universal Academy Middle/high
Charter School
2912 28th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Gr: 7-11 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55406, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55406, MN include Sanford Middle School, Longfellow Alternative High School and Mts Pease Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 55406?
8 public middle schools are located in 55406.
What is the racial composition of students in 55406?
55406 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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