For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 273 students in 55418, MN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55418, MN are Spero Academy and Banaadir Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55418 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55418, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 55418, MN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spero Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2701 California St. Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 465-8600
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 465-8600
Gr: K-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Banaadir Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1800 2nd St Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 724-4680
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 724-4680
Gr: K-4 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
55418, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Big Horn Basin Children's Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1800 Second St. N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-5512
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-5512
Gr: 2-8 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
2250 Garfield Street Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1620
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1620
Gr: K-2 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
2955 Ne Hayes Street
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1500
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Edison High School - Sws (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
700 22nd Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1300
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1300
Gr: 9-12
Learning For Leadership Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3300 5th St Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 789-9598
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 789-9598
Gr: K-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Metro Tech Academy Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2511 Taylor St Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 421-7878
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 421-7878
Gr: K-5
Metro Tech Academy Middle School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
2511 Taylor St Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(952) 333-7595
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(952) 333-7595
Gr: 6-8
New Visions Alternative Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1800 Second St. N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-5512
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-5512
Gr: 2-8 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 55418, MN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55418, MN include Spero Academy and Banaadir Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 55418?
2 public charter schools are located in 55418.
What is the racial composition of students in 55418?
55418 public charter schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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