For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,279 students in 55430, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55430, MN are Brooklyn Center Middle School Alc, Olson Middle School and Kipp North Star Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55430 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55430, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55430, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brooklyn Center Middle School Alc
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Humboldt Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-2120
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-2120
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #22.
Olson Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1607 51st Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(612) 668-1640
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(612) 668-1640
Gr: 6-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Kipp North Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5034 Oliver Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(612) 287-9700
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(612) 287-9700
Gr: 5-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Brooklyn Center Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Humboldt Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-2120
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-2120
Gr: 6-8 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55430, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55430, MN include Brooklyn Center Middle School Alc, Olson Middle School and Kipp North Star Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 55430?
5 public middle schools are located in 55430.
What is the racial composition of students in 55430?
55430 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% 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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