For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 3,740 students in 55421, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 247 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 55421, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55421, MN are Columbia Academy Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55421 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55421, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55421, MN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbia Academy Anchor Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Grades: 6-8
| 3 students
Rank: #22.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Grades: 5-8
| 281 students
Rank: #33.
Highland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4405
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4405
Grades: PK-5
| 512 students
Rank: #44.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Grades: PK-1
| 197 students
Rank: #55.
Columbia Heights Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4605
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4605
Grades: 9-12
| 1,092 students
Rank: #66.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Grades: 2-4
| 196 students
Rank: #77.
Valley View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4205
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4205
Grades: PK-5
| 540 students
Rank: #88.
Columbia Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4701
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4701
Grades: 6-8
| 664 students
Rank: n/an/a
Anchor
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1400 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Grades: 9-12
| 8 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bultum Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
1555 40th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 568-4659
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 568-4659
Grades: PK-5
| 157 students
Rank: n/an/a
Columbia Heights Transition Program
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1400 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4600
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4600
Grades: 9-12
| 10 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1460 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Grades: PK
| 63 students
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
1440 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4435
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4435
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Heights Secondary
Magnet School
1440 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4435
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4435
Grades: 6-12
| 17 students
55421, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
271 Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
271 Kennedy High School. Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Grades: 6-12
| 4 students
Academy Of Biosciences (Closed 2010)
Charter School
400 10th St Nw
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Grades: 4-8
| 115 students
Achieve Middle School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Grades: 6-8
| 25 students
Metro Heights Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Grades: 9-12
| 65 students
Open Door Academy Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
3800 Gauvitte St
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Targeted Svcs Columbia Heights (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691
Grades: K-9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55421, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55421, MN include Columbia Academy Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55421?
14 public schools are located in 55421.
What percentage of students in 55421 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 55421 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55421?
55421 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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