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Best 55407 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 6,447 students in 55407, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 371 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 55407, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55407, MN are Bancroft Elementary School, Hennepin Schools Lower Campus and South High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55407 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55407, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55407, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bancroft Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3829 13th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-3550
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Gr: K-4 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #33.
South High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3131 19th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,257 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Heritage Academy High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3328 Elliot Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-1560
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: #55.
Andersen Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1098 Andersen Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,052 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Hiawatha Collegiate High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3500 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: 9-12 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Hennepin Schools Upper Campus
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Gr: 5-8 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Folwell Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3611 20th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Aim Academy Of Science & Technology
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2831 12th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 452-2274
Gr: 6-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #1010.
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4640 17th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4044
Gr: 5-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #1111.
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1611 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: K-4 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Assessment/special
Special Education School
3320 Elliot Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5100
Gr: PK | 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
3320 Elliot Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5100
Gr: PK-K | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
El Colegio High School
Charter School
4137 Bloomington Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 728-5728
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Lirio Montessori
Charter School
3015 13th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 293-5314
Gr: PK-K | 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
Transition Plus Services
Special Education School
2015 East Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4100
Gr: 12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55407, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55407, MN include Bancroft Elementary School, Hennepin Schools Lower Campus and South High School.
How many public schools are located in 55407?
16 public schools are located in 55407.
What percentage of students in 55407 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 55407 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55407?
55407 public schools minority enrollment is 83% 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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