For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 613 students in 55435, MN (there are , serving 264 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 55435, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55435, MN are Cornelia Elementary School and School #532. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55435 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55435, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55435, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornelia Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7000 Cornelia Dr
Minneapolis, MN 55435
(952) 848-4600
Minneapolis, MN 55435
(952) 848-4600
Gr: K-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
School #532
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4510 West 77th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55435
(763) 205-7612
Minneapolis, MN 55435
(763) 205-7612
Gr: K-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
55435, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Prairie St. Johns School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
6545 France Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55435
(952) 230-9129
Minneapolis, MN 55435
(952) 230-9129
Gr: K-12
West Campus (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
6545 France Ave Southste 3
Minneapolis, MN 55435
(952) 230-9100
Minneapolis, MN 55435
(952) 230-9100
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55435, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55435, MN include Cornelia Elementary School and School #532.
How many public schools are located in 55435?
2 public schools are located in 55435.
What percentage of students in 55435 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 55435 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55435?
55435 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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