For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 590 students in 55040, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55040, MN are Brookside Academy, Art & Science Academy Middle School and Riverside Academy Mlp. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55040 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55040, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55040, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookside Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 689-6196
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 689-6196
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Art & Science Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1005 7th Avenue Court Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0039
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0039
Gr: 5-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Riverside Academy Mlp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Gr: 6-8 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: #44.
Isanti Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Centennial Dr
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Gr: 6-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55040, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55040, MN include Brookside Academy, Art & Science Academy Middle School and Riverside Academy Mlp.
How many public middle schools are located in 55040?
4 public middle schools are located in 55040.
What is the racial composition of students in 55040?
55040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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