For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,002 students in 55439, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55439, MN are Valley View Middle School, Creek Valley Elementary School and International Spanish Language Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55439 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55439, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55439, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley View Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6750 Valley View Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 848-3500
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 848-3500
Grades: 6-8
| 991 students
Rank: #22.
Creek Valley Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6401 Gleason Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 848-3200
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 848-3200
Grades: K-5
| 590 students
Rank: #33.
International Spanish Language Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5350 W 78th St
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 746-6020
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 746-6020
Grades: K-6
| 421 students
55439, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
273 Creek Valley Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
6401 Gleason Rd.
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 848-4940
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 848-4940
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Alc Edina High School Alternative - I.S. (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6754 Valley View Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 848-3127
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 848-3127
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
5250 West 73rd St
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 831-7138
Minneapolis, MN 55439
(952) 831-7138
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55439, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55439, MN include Valley View Middle School, Creek Valley Elementary School and International Spanish Language Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55439?
3 public elementary schools are located in 55439.
What is the racial composition of students in 55439?
55439 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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