For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 2,030 students in 55040, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 40 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 55040, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55040, MN are Cambridge-isanti Steam School, Art And Science Academy and Brookside Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55040 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55040, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55040, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cambridge-isanti Steam School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 9th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Grades: K-5
| 148 students
Rank: #22.
Art And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
903 6th Avenue Ct Ne Ste A
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0342
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0342
Grades: K-4
| 198 students
Rank: #33.
Brookside Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 689-6196
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 689-6196
Grades: K-12
| 20 students
Rank: #44.
Isanti Intermediate School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 9th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Grades: 3-5
| 417 students
Rank: #55.
Art & Science Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1005 7th Avenue Court Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0342
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0342
Grades: 5-8
| 117 students
Rank: #66.
Riverside Academy Mlp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Rank: #77.
Isanti Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Centennial Dr
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Grades: 6-8
| 506 students
Rank: #88.
Riverside Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Grades: 9-12
| 47 students
Rank: n/an/a
Isanti Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
301 Heritage Blvd Nw
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Grades: PK
| 79 students
Rank: n/an/a
301 Heritage Blvd Nw
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Grades: PK-2
| 432 students
Rank: n/an/a
Moving Forward
Special Education School
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-7733
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-7733
Grades: 12
| 24 students
Rank: n/an/a
Riverside Academy I.s.
Alternative School
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6252
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6252
Grades: 9-12
| 42 students
55040, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 W County Road 5
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Grades: K-4
| 748 students
201 Centennial Dr
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55040, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55040, MN include Cambridge-isanti Steam School, Art And Science Academy and Brookside Academy.
How many public schools are located in 55040?
12 public schools are located in 55040.
What percentage of students in 55040 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 55040 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55040?
55040 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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