Best 55430 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,176 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55430, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brooklyn Center Middle School Alc
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6500 Humboldt Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-2120
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #22.
Olson Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1607 51st Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(612) 668-1640
Gr: 6-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Kipp North Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5034 Oliver Ave.n
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(612) 287-9700
Gr: 5-8 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Brooklyn Center Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6500 Humboldt Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-2120
Gr: 6-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55430 Minnesota

55430, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1500 59th Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-4480
Gr: K-8
6500 Humbolt Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-2120
Gr: 9-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
6500 Humbolt Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-2120
Gr: 9-12
1500 59th Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-4480
Gr: K-6
1500 59th Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-4480
Gr: K-6
6500 Humboldt Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 561-2120
Gr: 9-12
5025 Bryant Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(612) 668-2020
Gr: K-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
6860 Shingle Creek Parkway Ste
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 450-1309
Gr: 1-12
5140 Fremont Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(612) 559-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
School #538 (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5910 Shingle Creek Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(763) 205-7612
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
5034 Oliver Avenue N
Minneapolis, MN 55430
(612) 668-1420
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

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 74% 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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