For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 565 students in 55428, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55428, MN are North Education Center Academy, 279online Learning Program 6-8 and Prairie Seeds Middle School Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55428 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55428, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55428, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Education Center Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5530 Zealand Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 550-3108
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 550-3108
Gr: 7-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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%
Rank: n/an/a
Alc - Neca - Ey
Alternative School
5530 Zealand Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 550-3108
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 550-3108
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Neca Independent Study
Alternative School
5530 Zealand Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 550-7226
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(763) 550-7226
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55428, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55428, MN include North Education Center Academy, 279online Learning Program 6-8 and Prairie Seeds Middle School Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 55428?
6 public middle schools are located in 55428.
What is the racial composition of students in 55428?
55428 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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