For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,201 students in 55428, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55428, MN are Forest Elementary School, 279online Learning Program K-5 and Meadow Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55428 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55428, 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 Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55428, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6800 47th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 504-7900
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 504-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
279online Learning Program K-5
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Boone Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 391-8670
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 391-8670
Gr: K-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Meadow Lake Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8525 62nd Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 504-7700
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 504-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Park Brook Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7400 Hampshire Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 561-6870
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 561-6870
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
279online Learning Program 6-8
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Boone Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 391-8670
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 391-8670
Gr: 6-8 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Prairie Seeds Middle School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6200 W Broadway Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 450-1388
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 450-1388
Gr: 6-8 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #77.
Prairie Seeds El School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6200 W Broadway Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 450-1388
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 450-1388
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #88.
Escuela Exitos
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4741 Zealand Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(612) 421-0152
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(612) 421-0152
Gr: K-8 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55428, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55428, MN include Forest Elementary School, 279online Learning Program K-5 and Meadow Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55428?
8 public elementary schools are located in 55428.
What is the racial composition of students in 55428?
55428 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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