For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,446 students in 55407, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55407, MN are Bancroft Elementary School, Hennepin Schools Lower Campus and Andersen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55407 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55407, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55407, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bancroft Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3829 13th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-3550
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:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Gr: K-4 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #33.
Andersen Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1098 Andersen Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,052 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Hennepin Schools Upper Campus
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1001 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Gr: 5-8 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Folwell Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3611 20th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Aim Academy Of Science & Technology
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2831 12th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 452-2274
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 452-2274
Gr: 6-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #77.
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4640 17th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4044
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4044
Gr: 5-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #88.
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1611 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: K-4 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55407, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55407, MN include Bancroft Elementary School, Hennepin Schools Lower Campus and Andersen Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55407?
8 public elementary schools are located in 55407.
What is the racial composition of students in 55407?
55407 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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