Best 55421 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,250 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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55421, MN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia Academy Anchor Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Gr: 6-8 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Gr: 5-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Columbia Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4701
Gr: 6-8 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Bultum Academy
Charter School
1555 40th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 450-3522
Gr: PK-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
1440 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4533
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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55421, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Gr: 6-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
400 10th St Nw
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Gr: 4-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Gr: 6-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
3800 Gauvitte St
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
3989 Central Ave N.e.
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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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