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Best 55404 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 1,208 students in 55404, MN (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,118 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 55404, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55404, MN are Center School, Merc and Takoda Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55404 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55404, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55404, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Center School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2421 Bloomington Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 721-1655
Gr: 7-12 | 37 students
Rank: #22.
Merc
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2539 Pleasant Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2777
Gr: 9-12 | 60 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Takoda Prep
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1845 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln International High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2520 Minnehaha Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8690
Gr: 9-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Aurora Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2103 E 26th St
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-3891
Gr: PK-4 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #66.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
315 West 26th St
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 668-4170
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Aurora Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2103 E 26th St
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 200-9590
Gr: 5-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
Center School Extended
Alternative School
2421 Bloomington Ave So
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 721-1655
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Merc Extended
Alternative School
2539 Pleasant Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2777
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Takoda Prep Extended
Alternative School
1845 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55404, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55404, MN include Center School, Merc and Takoda Prep.
How many public schools are located in 55404?
10 public schools are located in 55404.
What percentage of students in 55404 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 55404 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55404?
55404 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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