For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,799 students in 55443, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55443, MN are School #530, School #531 and Athlos Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55443 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55443, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55443, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School #530
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5500 94th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 205-7612
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 205-7612
Gr: K-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
School #531
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9400 Zane Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 205-7612
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 205-7612
Gr: K-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Athlos Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10100 Noble Pkwy N
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 777-8942
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 777-8942
Gr: PK-8 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Brooklyn Middle Steam School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7377 Noble Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 569-7700
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 569-7700
Gr: 6-8 | 931 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
55443, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alc Bms Middle Year Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
7377 Noble Avenue N
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 391-7000
Minneapolis, MN 55443
(763) 391-7000
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55443, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55443, MN include School #530, School #531 and Athlos Leadership Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 55443?
4 public middle schools are located in 55443.
What is the racial composition of students in 55443?
55443 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% 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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