For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public middle schools serving 2,106 students in 55441, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55441, MN are Wayzata East Middle School, Tier Three and Plymouth Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55441 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55441, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55441, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayzata East Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12000 Ridgemount Ave W
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 745-6201
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 745-6201
Gr: 6-8 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Tier Three
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1820 Xenium Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 550-7232
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 550-7232
Gr: K-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Plymouth Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10011 36th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 504-7100
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 504-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
East Middle Alternative (Emap)
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12000 Ridgemount Ave W
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 745-5000
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 745-5000
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #55.
Tier Two
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1820 Xenium Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 550-7232
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 550-7232
Gr: K-12 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Alc - Eden Prairie High School - Is Ey
Alternative School
17185 Valley View Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 550-7226
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 550-7226
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
District Service Center
Alternative School
1820 Xenium Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 559-3535
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 559-3535
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
School #540
Alternative School
2855 Campus Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 205-7612
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 205-7612
Gr: K-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Tier One
Special Education School
1820 Xenium Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 550-7232
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 550-7232
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
55441, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
School #535 (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
105 Forestview Lane North
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 205-7612
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(763) 205-7612
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55441, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55441, MN include Wayzata East Middle School, Tier Three and Plymouth Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55441?
11 public middle schools are located in 55441.
What is the racial composition of students in 55441?
55441 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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