For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 2,251 students in 55407, MN.
The top ranked public charter schools in 55407, MN are El Colegio Charter School, Hennepin Schools Lower Campus and Hiawatha Collegiate High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55407 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55407, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 55407, MN Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
El Colegio Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4137 Bloomington Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 728-5728
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 728-5728
Gr: 9-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #22.
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Gr: K-4 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Hiawatha Collegiate High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3500 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: 8-12 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Hennepin Schools Upper Campus
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1001 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Gr: 5-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Aim Academy Of Science & Technology
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2831 12th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 452-2274
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 452-2274
Gr: 6-11 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #66.
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4640 17th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 559-6546
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 559-6546
Gr: 5-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1611 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: K-4 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: n/an/a
Lirio Montessori
Charter School
3015 13th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 293-5314
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 293-5314
Gr: PK-K | 3 students
55407, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1098 Andersen Ln
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Gr: PK-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
2727 10th Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
3420 17th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 889-2933
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 889-2933
Gr: K-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Basic Skills 4 Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
807 Ne Broadway
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5388
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5388
Gr: 1-8
Basic Skills 5 Elementary Ts (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2225 E. Lake St.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5363
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5363
3322 Elliot Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4070
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4070
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
City Inc. North High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1315 12th Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 377-7559
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 377-7559
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
City Inc. South High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
920 East 34 St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 877-6720
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 877-6720
Gr: 8-12
Folwell Arts Magnet (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
3611 20th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Gr: PK-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Hiawatha Leadership Academy - Sip (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1611 E. 46th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: K-5
3328 Elliot Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4100
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Volunteers Of America Middle School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3400 Dupont Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 872-2400
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 872-2400
Gr: 5-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 55407, MN?
The top ranked public charter schools in 55407, MN include El Colegio Charter School, Hennepin Schools Lower Campus and Hiawatha Collegiate High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 55407?
8 public charter schools are located in 55407.
What is the racial composition of students in 55407?
55407 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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