Best 55412 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,112 students in 55412, MN.
The top-ranked public schools in 55412, MN are Camden High School, Loring Elementary School and Lucy Laney Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55412 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55412, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55412, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Camden High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4320 Newton Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Loring Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2600 44th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2060
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Lucy Laney Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3333 Penn Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Cityview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3350 4th Street North
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 688-2270
Gr: PK-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Sojourner Truth Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3820 Emerson Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 588-3599
Gr: PK-8 | 383 students Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55412, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55412, MN include Camden High School, Loring Elementary School and Lucy Laney Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55412?
5 public schools are located in 55412.
What is the racial composition of students in 55412?
55412 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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