For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 498 students in 55416, MN.
The top ranked public elementary school in 55416, MN is Susan Lindgren Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55416 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55416, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55416, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Susan Lindgren Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4801 W 41st St
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 928-6700
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 928-6700
Grades: K-5
| 415 students
Rank: n/an/a
Melrose
Alternative School
3525 Monterey Dr
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 993-6200
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 993-6200
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
St. Louis Park Special Ed. Program
Special Education School
6300 Walker St
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 928-6068
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 928-6068
Grades: PK-6
| 83 students
55416, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Emily Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5354 Parkdale Dr 2nd Floor
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(651) 645-5323
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(651) 645-5323
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Kipp Minnesota Charter 2nd Site (Closed 2010)
Charter School
100 Meadow Lane South
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
3946 Wooddale Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 285-4100
Minneapolis, MN 55416
(952) 285-4100
Grades: 5-12
| 52 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55416, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55416, MN include Susan Lindgren Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55416?
3 public elementary schools are located in 55416.
What is the racial composition of students in 55416?
55416 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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