For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,831 students in 55421, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55421, MN are Columbia Academy Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary and Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55421 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55421, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55421, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia Academy Anchor Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Gr: 6-8 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Gr: PK-1 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Gr: 2-4 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4405
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4405
Gr: PK-5 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Gr: 5-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4205
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4205
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Columbia Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4701
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4701
Gr: 6-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Bultum Academy
Charter School
1555 40th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 450-3522
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 450-3522
Gr: PK-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
1440 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4533
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4533
Gr: 6-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 84%
55421, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
271 Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
271 Kennedy High School. Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Gr: 6-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
400 10th St Nw
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Gr: 4-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Achieve Middle School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Gr: 6-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Metro Heights Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Open Door Academy Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
3800 Gauvitte St
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
Targeted Svcs Columbia Heights (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691
Gr: K-9
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55421, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55421, MN include Columbia Academy Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary and Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55421?
9 public elementary schools are located in 55421.
What is the racial composition of students in 55421?
55421 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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