For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,730 students in 55405, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55405, MN are Kenwood Elementary School, Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Anwatin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55405 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55405, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55405, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kenwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2013 Penn Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2760
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2760
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Bryn Mawr Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
252 Upton Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2500
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Anwatin Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
256 Upton Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2450
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2450
Gr: 6-8 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
River Bend Educational Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1510 Glenwood Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2884
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2884
Gr: K-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Ella Baker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 W 26th St
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2720
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2720
Gr: PK-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55405, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55405, MN include Kenwood Elementary School, Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Anwatin Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55405?
5 public elementary schools are located in 55405.
What is the racial composition of students in 55405?
55405 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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