For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,215 students in 55431, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55431, MN are Oak Grove Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and Westwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55431 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55431, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55431, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1301 W 104th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6800
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: #22.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9301 Thomas Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5300
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5300
Grades: K-5
| 358 students
Rank: #33.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3701 W 108th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 806-7200
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 806-7200
Grades: K-5
| 339 students
Rank: #44.
New Code Academy Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Xerxes Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5500
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5500
Grades: K-5
| 68 students
Rank: #55.
Oak Grove Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 W 106th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6600
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6600
Grades: 6-8
| 661 students
Rank: #66.
Washburn Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Xerxes Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5500
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5500
Grades: PK-5
| 352 students
55431, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
271 - Shape - I.S. (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2575 West 88th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6119
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6119
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
2575 West 88th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(763) 550-7134
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(763) 550-7134
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
271 Shape Alc High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2575 West 88th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(763) 550-7114
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(763) 550-7114
Grades: 9-12
| 62 students
8800 Queen Ave S Suite 219
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6138
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6138
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Bloomington Shared Time (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1350 West 106th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6505
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6505
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Choice Alternative High School I.S. (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2575 W 88th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6172
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6172
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55431, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55431, MN include Oak Grove Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and Westwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55431?
6 public elementary schools are located in 55431.
What is the racial composition of students in 55431?
55431 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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