Top 10 Best 55421 Minnesota Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 3,499 students in 55421, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 223 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 55421, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55421, MN are Columbia Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55421 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55421, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55421, MN Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbia Anchor Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Grades: 6-8
| 3 students
Rank: #22.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Grades: 5-8
| 230 students
Rank: #33.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1500 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4405
Grades: PK-5
| 504 students
Rank: #44.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Grades: PK-1
| 182 students
Rank: #55.
Columbia Heights Senior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4605
Grades: 9-12
| 1,092 students
Rank: #66.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Grades: 2-4
| 189 students
Rank: #77.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
800 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4205
Grades: PK-5
| 484 students
Rank: #88.
Columbia Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4701
Grades: 6-8
| 684 students
Rank: n/an/a
Anchor
Alternative School
1400 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bultum Academy
Charter School
1555 40th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 582-8204
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Columbia Heights Transition Program
Special Education School
1400 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4600
Grades: 9-12
| 8 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood
Special Education School
1460 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Grades: PK
| 50 students
Rank: n/an/a
1440 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4435
Grades: K-5
| 37 students
Rank: n/an/a
1440 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4435
Grades: 6-12
| 27 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55421 Minnesota

55421, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Grades: 6-12
| 4 students
400 10th St Nw
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Grades: 4-8
| 115 students
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Grades: 6-8
| 25 students
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Grades: 9-12
| 65 students
3800 Gauvitte St
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691
Grades: K-9
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 55421, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55421, MN include Columbia Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55421, MN?
14 public schools are located in 55421, MN.
What percentage of students in 55421, MN go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 55421, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55421, MN?
55421, MN public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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