For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 386 students in 55404, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in 55404, MN are Center School, Merc and Takoda Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 55404 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 55404, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 55404 have a Graduation Rate of 37%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Center School, with <50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55404, MN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Center School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2421 Bloomington Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 721-1655
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 721-1655
Grades: 7-12
| 33 students
Rank: #22.
Merc
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2539 Pleasant Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2777
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2777
Grades: 9-12
| 62 students
Rank: #33.
Takoda Prep
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1845 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Grades: 9-12
| 33 students
Rank: #44.
Augsburg Fairview Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2504 Columbus Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 333-1614
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 333-1614
Grades: 9-12
| 87 students
Rank: #55.
Lincoln International High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2520 Minnehaha Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8690
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8690
Grades: 9-12
| 165 students
Rank: n/an/a
Center School Extended
Alternative School
2421 Bloomington Ave So
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 721-1655
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 721-1655
Grades: 7-12
| 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
Merc Extended
Alternative School
2539 Pleasant Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2777
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2777
Grades: 9-12
| 4 students
Rank: n/an/a
Takoda Prep Extended
Alternative School
1845 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
55404, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1619 Portland Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 373-3366
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 373-3366
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Contracted Services Ka High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2318 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-4701
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-4701
Grades: 7-12
| 27 students
Learning Cntr. For Children (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
614 E Grant Street
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 672-9735
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 672-9735
Grades: K-5
| 80 students
Native Arts Charter School (Closed 2005)
Charter School
1433 E. Franklin, Ste. 18b
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-1723
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-1723
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
2300 Chicago Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 668-3670
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 668-3670
Grades: PK-5
| 103 students
Soul Academy Charter School (Closed 2008)
Charter School
333 South 12th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-0800
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-0800
Grades: K-4
| 71 students
Southside Family Elementary School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2123 Clinton Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8322
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8322
Grades: K-8
| 87 students
4 West Franklin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 849-5886
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 849-5886
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Voa Opportunity High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
924 19th Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 375-0700
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 375-0700
Grades: 9-12
| 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 55404, MN?
How many public high schools are located in 55404?
8 public high schools are located in 55404.
What is the racial composition of students in 55404?
55404 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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