For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 1,729 students in 55040, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55040, MN are Cambridge-isanti Steam School, Art And Science Academy and Brookside Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55040 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55040, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55040, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cambridge-isanti Steam School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 9th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Gr: K-5 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Art And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
903 6th Avenue Ct Ne, Ste A
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0039
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0039
Gr: K-4 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Brookside Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 689-6196
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 689-6196
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Art & Science Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1005 7th Avenue Court Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0039
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0039
Gr: 5-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Isanti Intermediate School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 9th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Gr: 3-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Riverside Academy Mlp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Gr: 6-8 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: #77.
Isanti Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Centennial Dr
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Gr: 6-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
301 Heritage Blvd Nw
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Gr: PK-2 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55040, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55040, MN include Cambridge-isanti Steam School, Art And Science Academy and Brookside Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55040?
8 public elementary schools are located in 55040.
What is the racial composition of students in 55040?
55040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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