For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 529 students in 55409, MN (there are 2 private schools, serving 392 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 55409, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 55409, MN is Barton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55409 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55409, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55409, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barton Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4237 Colfax Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 668-3580
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 668-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Cosmos Montessori
Charter School
310 E 38th St, Ste 133-135
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 444-2236
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 444-2236
Gr: PK-3 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
55409, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4237 Colfax Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 668-3580
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 668-3580
Gr: K-8 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
919 Emerson
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 627-2395
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 627-2395
Gr: K | 52 students Minority enrollment: 98%
229 13th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 623-3309
Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 623-3309
Gr: K-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55409, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55409, MN include Barton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55409?
2 public schools are located in 55409.
What percentage of students in 55409 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 55409 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55409?
55409 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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