For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 2,748 students in 55421, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55421, MN are Columbia Academy Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55421 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55421, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55421, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Columbia Academy Anchor Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Grades: 6-8
| 4 students
Rank: #22.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Grades: 5-8
| 275 students
Rank: #33.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4405
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4405
Grades: PK-5
| 512 students
Rank: #44.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Grades: PK-1
| 199 students
Rank: #55.
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950
Grades: 2-4
| 204 students
Rank: #66.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4205
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4205
Grades: PK-5
| 583 students
Rank: #77.
Columbia Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4701
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4701
Grades: 6-8
| 715 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bultum Academy
Charter School
1555 40th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 450-3522
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 450-3522
Grades: PK-8
| 232 students
Rank: n/an/a
1440 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4435
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4435
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1440 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4533
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4533
Grades: 6-12
| 24 students
55421, Minnesota 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
271 Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
271 Kennedy High School. Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Grades: 6-12
| 4 students
400 10th St Nw
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Grades: 4-8
| 115 students
Achieve Middle School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Grades: 6-8
| 25 students
Metro Heights Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Grades: 9-12
| 65 students
Open Door Academy Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
3800 Gauvitte St
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Targeted Svcs Columbia Heights (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691
Grades: K-9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55421, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55421, MN include Columbia Academy Anchor Program, Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55421?
10 public elementary schools are located in 55421.
What is the racial composition of students in 55421?
55421 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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