For the 2025 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 (2025)
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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