For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,183 students in 55436, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55436, MN are Countryside Elementary School, Highlands Elementary School and Edina Elementary Virtual Pathway. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55436 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55436, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55436, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Countryside Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5701 Benton Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 848-4700
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 848-4700
Grades: K-5
| 629 students
Rank: #22.
Highlands Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5505 Doncaster Way
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 848-4500
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 848-4500
Grades: K-5
| 554 students
Rank: #33.
Edina Elementary Virtual Pathway
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5505 Doncaster Way
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 848-4096
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 848-4096
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
55436, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
272 Forest Hills Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
13708 Holly Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 975-7041
Minneapolis, MN 55436
(952) 975-7041
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55436, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55436, MN include Countryside Elementary School, Highlands Elementary School and Edina Elementary Virtual Pathway.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55436?
3 public elementary schools are located in 55436.
What is the racial composition of students in 55436?
55436 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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