For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,215 students in 55431, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55431, MN are Oak Grove Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and Westwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55431 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55431, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55431, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 W 104th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6800
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9301 Thomas Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5300
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5300
Gr: K-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3701 W 108th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 806-7200
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 806-7200
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Oak Grove Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 W 106th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6600
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
New Code Academy Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Xerxes Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5500
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5500
Gr: K-5 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Washburn Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Xerxes Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5500
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
55431, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
271 - Shape - I.S. (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2575 West 88th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6119
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6119
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
271 Shape Alc High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2575 West 88th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(763) 550-7114
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(763) 550-7114
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
8800 Queen Ave S Suite 219
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6138
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6138
Gr: 10-12
Bloomington Shared Time (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1350 West 106th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6505
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6505
Gr: K-12
Choice Alternative High School I.S. (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2575 W 88th St
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6172
Minneapolis, MN 55431
(952) 681-6172
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55431, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55431, MN include Oak Grove Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and Westwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55431?
6 public elementary schools are located in 55431.
What is the racial composition of students in 55431?
55431 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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