For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 829 students in 55404, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55404, MN are Aurora Charter School, Whittier Elementary School and Aurora Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55404 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55404, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55404, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aurora Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2103 E 26th St
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-3891
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-3891
Gr: PK-4 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
315 West 26th St
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 668-4170
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 668-4170
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Aurora Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2103 E 26th St
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 200-9590
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 200-9590
Gr: 5-8 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
55404, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Challenge Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1619 Portland Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 373-3366
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 373-3366
Gr: 10-12
Contracted Services Ka High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2318 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-4701
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-4701
Gr: 7-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Learning Cntr. For Children (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
614 E Grant Street
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 672-9735
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 672-9735
Gr: K-5 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Native Arts Charter School (Closed 2005)
Charter School
1433 E. Franklin, Ste. 18b
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-1723
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-1723
2300 Chicago Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 668-3670
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 668-3670
Gr: PK-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Soul Academy Charter School (Closed 2008)
Charter School
333 South 12th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-0800
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-0800
Gr: K-4 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Southside Family Elementary School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2123 Clinton Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8322
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8322
Gr: K-8 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
4 West Franklin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 849-5886
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 849-5886
Voa Opportunity High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
924 19th Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 375-0700
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 375-0700
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55404, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55404, MN include Aurora Charter School, Whittier Elementary School and Aurora Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55404?
3 public elementary schools are located in 55404.
What is the racial composition of students in 55404?
55404 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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