For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,160 students in 55344, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55344, MN are Central Middle School and Eden Prairie Online Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55344 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55344, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55344, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8025 School Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7300
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,891 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Eden Prairie Online Secondary
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8100 School Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7142
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7142
Gr: 6-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
55344, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
272 Central Middle Sch. Alternative (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8025 School Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7311
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7311
Gr: 4-9
272 Central Middle School Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
8025 School Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7041
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7041
Gr: 7-8
272 Eden Lake Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
12000 Anderson Lake Parkeway
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 995-7041
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 995-7041
City West Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
6754 Shady Oak Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 374-5781
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 374-5781
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Early Childhood Family Center (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
8040 Mitchell Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-6980
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-6980
Gr: PK
8100 School Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7000
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 975-7000
Gr: K-6 | 1,110 student Student-teacher ratio: 185:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Idtkeystone Care & Treatment (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
7706 Golden Triangle Dr
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 888-8056
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 888-8056
New Connection High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
6446 City West Parkway #b
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 941-5151
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 941-5151
Gr: 7-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
New Connections Day Program (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
11010 Prairie Lakes Drive, Sui
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 426-6602
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 426-6602
Gr: 7-12
New Connections High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
6754 Shady Oak Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 941-5151
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 941-5151
Gr: 7-12
Open Track South High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
6754 Shady Oak Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(763) 550-7223
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(763) 550-7223
Gr: 9-12
Prairie Center Academy I.S. (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
6754 Shady Oak Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 374-5760
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 374-5760
Gr: 9-12
Shady Oak Area Learning Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
6754 Shady Oak Rd
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 374-5760
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 374-5760
Gr: 8-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55344, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55344, MN include Central Middle School and Eden Prairie Online Secondary.
How many public middle schools are located in 55344?
2 public middle schools are located in 55344.
What is the racial composition of students in 55344?
55344 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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