For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,284 students in 55421, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55421, MN are Columbia Academy Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School and Columbia Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55421 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55421, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55421, MN Public Middle 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 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: #33.
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 middle schools in 55421, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55421, MN include Columbia Academy Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School and Columbia Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 55421?
5 public middle schools are located in 55421.
What is the racial composition of students in 55421?
55421 public middle schools minority enrollment is 92% 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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