For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 970 students in 55417, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55417, MN are Hale Elementary School, Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary School and Cva Fusion Elementary School (K-5). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55417 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55417, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55417, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hale Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5330 13th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(612) 668-3760
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(612) 668-3760
Gr: K-2 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5209 30th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(612) 668-4670
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(612) 668-4670
Gr: 2-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Cva Fusion Elementary School (K-5)
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3810 East 56th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(651) 523-7170
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(651) 523-7170
Gr: K-5 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Cva Fusion Middle School (6-8)
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3810 East 56th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(651) 523-7170
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(651) 523-7170
Gr: 6-8 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Cva Pascal Elementary School (K-5)
Charter School
3810 East 56th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(651) 523-7170
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(651) 523-7170
Gr: K-5 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
5625 23rd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(612) 668-5040
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(612) 668-5040
Gr: K-1 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55417, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55417, MN include Hale Elementary School, Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary School and Cva Fusion Elementary School (K-5).
How many public elementary schools are located in 55417?
7 public elementary schools are located in 55417.
What is the racial composition of students in 55417?
55417 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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