For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 828 students in 55420, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55420, MN are Valley View Middle School, New Code Academy Middle School and Success Academy Bloomington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55420 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55420, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55420, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley View Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8900 Portland Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55420
(952) 681-5800
Minneapolis, MN 55420
(952) 681-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
New Code Academy Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8900 Portland Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55420
(952) 681-6600
Minneapolis, MN 55420
(952) 681-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Success Academy Bloomington Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8201 Park Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55420
(612) 876-3050
Minneapolis, MN 55420
(612) 876-3050
Gr: 6-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: n/an/a
Compass Academy Secondary
Charter School
10640 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55420
(952) 600-9250
Minneapolis, MN 55420
(952) 600-9250
Gr: 6-7 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 47:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55420, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55420, MN include Valley View Middle School, New Code Academy Middle School and Success Academy Bloomington Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55420?
4 public middle schools are located in 55420.
What is the racial composition of students in 55420?
55420 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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