For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 1,702 students in 55429, MN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55429, MN are Twin Lakes Stem Academy, New Millennium Academy Charter and Excell Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55429 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55429, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 55429, MN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Twin Lakes Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6201 Noble Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 338-9373
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 338-9373
Gr: K-7 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
New Millennium Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5105 Brooklyn Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 235-7900
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 235-7900
Gr: K-8 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Excell Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5800 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-0500
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-0500
Gr: PK-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #44.
Progeny Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5929 Brooklyn Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 325-9150
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 325-9150
Gr: K-8 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 55429, MN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55429, MN include Twin Lakes Stem Academy, New Millennium Academy Charter and Excell Academy Charter.
How many public charter schools are located in 55429?
4 public charter schools are located in 55429.
What is the racial composition of students in 55429?
55429 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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