For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,770 students in 55447, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55447, MN are Greenwood Elementary School, Wayzata Central Middle School and Gleason Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55447 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55447, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55447, MN Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greenwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18005 Medina Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5500
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5500
Grades: K-5
| 825 students
Rank: #22.
Wayzata Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
305 Vicksburg Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6000
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6000
Grades: 6-8
| 1,502 students
Rank: #33.
Gleason Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
310 County Road 101 N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5400
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5400
Grades: K-5
| 563 students
Rank: #44.
Oakwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17340 County Road 6
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5700
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5700
Grades: K-5
| 418 students
Rank: #55.
Birchview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
425 Ranchview Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5300
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5300
Grades: K-5
| 433 students
Rank: #66.
Central Middle Alternative (Cmap)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
305 Vicksburg Ln
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5000
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5000
Grades: 6-8
| 29 students
55447, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Birchview Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
425 Ranchview Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Gleason Lake Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
310 County Road 101 North
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55447, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55447, MN include Greenwood Elementary School, Wayzata Central Middle School and Gleason Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55447?
6 public elementary schools are located in 55447.
What is the racial composition of students in 55447?
55447 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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