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Best 55429 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,675 students in 55429, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 205 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 55429, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55429, MN are Fair Oaks Elementary School, Palmer Lake Elementary School and Northport Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55429 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55429, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55429, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fair Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5600 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-2246
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Palmer Lake Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7300 W Palmer Lake Dr
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-1930
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Northport Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5421 Brooklyn Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Garden City Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3501 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9768
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Zanewood Community School Steam
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7000 Zane Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9077
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
North View Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5869 69th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7200
Gr: 6-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Twin Lakes Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6201 Noble Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 338-9373
Gr: K-7 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
New Millennium Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5105 Brooklyn Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 235-7900
Gr: K-8 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Excell Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5800 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-0500
Gr: PK-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #1010.
Progeny Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5929 Brooklyn Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 325-9150
Gr: K-8 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
7020 Perry Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7300
Gr: PK | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55429, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55429, MN include Fair Oaks Elementary School, Palmer Lake Elementary School and Northport Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55429?
11 public schools are located in 55429.
What percentage of students in 55429 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 55429 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55429?
55429 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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