For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public charter schools serving 1,416 students in 55406, MN.
The top ranked public charter schools in 55406, MN are Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary, Universal Academy Elementary School and Mts Pease Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55406 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55406, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 64% (majority Black and Asian).
Best 55406, MN Public Charter Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2600 E 38th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 879-6703
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 879-6703
Grades: K-2
| 116 students
Rank: #22.
Universal Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2912 28th Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Grades: PK-6
| 404 students
Rank: #33.
Mts Pease Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 13th Ave Se
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 378-1377
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 378-1377
Grades: 9-12
| 18 students
Rank: #44.
Skyline Math And Science Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 26th Ave S Suite 100
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 200-9916
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 200-9916
Grades: K-6
| 218 students
Rank: #55.
Mts High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2872 26th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Grades: 7-12
| 176 students
Rank: #66.
Bdote Learning Center
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3216 E 29th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9266
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9266
Grades: K-8
| 92 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Friendship Academy Of Arts - Interm
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3320 E. 41st St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 879-6703
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 879-6703
Grades: 3-8
| 211 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2526 27th Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9140
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9140
Grades: K-6
| 87 students
Rank: n/an/a
Universal Academy Middle/high
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
2912 28th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Grades: 7-9
| 94 students
55406, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Construction/engineering (Closed 2018)
Charter School
4001 Harriet Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 408-2648
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 408-2648
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Banaadir College Prep (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2750 18th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 275-2512
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 275-2512
Grades: 7-9
| n/a students
Center For Training & Careers (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2309 Nicollet Av
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-1180
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-1180
Grades: 9-12
| 172 students
3239 44th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4450
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4450
Grades: K-5
| 181 students
4315 31st Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4520
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4520
Grades: K-5
| 209 students
4201 42nd Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4610
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4610
Grades: K-5
| 289 students
3733 43rd Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4640
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4640
Grades: K-5
| 137 students
Longfellow Alternative Extended High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
3017 East 31st St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4700
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4700
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Minnesota Transitions Alp High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
2872 26th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Grades: 10-12
| 174 students
Minnesota Transitions Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2526 27th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-0340
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-0340
Grades: 6-8
| 40 students
Mps D/hh (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
3100 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5021
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5021
Grades: K-12
| 11 students
Seward Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
2309 28th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Grades: PK-8
| 793 students
Transitions Senior High School (Closed 2010)
Charter School
2872 26th Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Grades: 9-12
| 267 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 55406, MN?
The top ranked public charter schools in 55406, MN include Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary, Universal Academy Elementary School and Mts Pease Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 55406?
9 public charter schools are located in 55406.
What is the racial composition of students in 55406?
55406 public charter schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 64% (majority Black and Asian).
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