For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,544 students in 55447, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55447, MN are Wayzata Central Middle School and Central Middle Alternative (Cmap). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55447 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55447, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayzata Central Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
305 Vicksburg Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6000
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 1,534 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle Alternative (Cmap)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
305 Vicksburg Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5000
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
55447, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Birchview Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
425 Ranchview Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Gr: K-5
Gleason Lake Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
310 County Road 101 North
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55447, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55447, MN include Wayzata Central Middle School and Central Middle Alternative (Cmap).
How many public middle schools are located in 55447?
2 public middle schools are located in 55447.
What is the racial composition of students in 55447?
55447 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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