For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,877 students in 55429, MN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 55429, MN are North View Middle School, New Millennium Academy Charter and Excell Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55429 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55429, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55429, MN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North View Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5869 69th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7200
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7200
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
New Millennium Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5105 Brooklyn Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 235-7900
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 235-7900
Gr: K-8 | 851 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Excell Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5800 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-0500
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-0500
Gr: PK-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Progeny Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5929 Brooklyn Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 325-9150
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 325-9150
Gr: K-8 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
55429, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
279 - Palmer Lake Elementary - Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
7300 West Palmer Lake Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-1930
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-1930
Gr: K-8
279 Orchard Lane Elementary School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
6201 Noble Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 550-7112
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 550-7112
279 Willow Lane Elementary School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
7020 Perry Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9272
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9272
279-brooklyn Junior High - Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
7000 Zane Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7286
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7286
Gr: 7-8
279-north View Junior High-_ts Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
5869 69th Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7200
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7200
Gr: 7-8
281 Highview Alternative Program High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
5400 Corvallis Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-8700
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-8700
Gr: 9-12
281 Highview High School - I.S. (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
5400 Corvallis Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-8700
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-8700
Gr: 9-12
Alc Nvms Middle Year Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5869 69th Avenue N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 391-7000
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 391-7000
Gr: 6-8
5929 Brooklyn Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(612) 293-9825
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(612) 293-9825
Gr: 6-8 | 87 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Cavanagh Early Childhood Center (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
5400 Corvallis Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-4161
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-4161
Gr: PK
High School Diploma Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
7051 Brooklyn Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 566-5452
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 566-5452
Gr: 9-12
Joy In Learning Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
6120 Xerxes Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-4480
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-4480
Gr: K-6
6201 Noble Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 204-8406
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 204-8406
Gr: K-2 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
6201 Noble Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 971-8200
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 971-8200
Gr: K-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
6201 Noble Avenue N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 971-8200
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 971-8200
Gr: K-8 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 55429, MN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 55429, MN include North View Middle School, New Millennium Academy Charter and Excell Academy Charter.
How many public middle schools are located in 55429?
4 public middle schools are located in 55429.
What is the racial composition of students in 55429?
55429 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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