For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,558 students in 55418, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55418, MN are Waite Park Elementary School, Wilshire Park Elementary School and St. Anthony Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55418 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55418, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55418, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waite Park Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1800 34th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1600
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Wilshire Park Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3600 Highcrest Rd Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-1200
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
St. Anthony Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3303 33rd Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-1031
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-1031
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Spero Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2701 California St. Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 465-8600
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 465-8600
Gr: K-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Northeast Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2955 Ne Hayes St
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1500
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Pillsbury Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2250 Garfield St Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1530
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1530
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #77.
Banaadir Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1800 2nd St Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 724-4680
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 724-4680
Gr: K-4 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Education Nonpublic
Special Education School
3303 33rd Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-1000
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-1000
Gr: PK-8 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
55418, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Big Horn Basin Children's Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1800 Second St. N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-5512
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-5512
Gr: 2-8 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
2250 Garfield Street Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1620
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1620
Gr: K-2 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
2955 Ne Hayes Street
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1500
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Edison High School - Sws (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
700 22nd Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1300
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 668-1300
Gr: 9-12
Learning For Leadership Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3300 5th St Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 789-9598
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 789-9598
Gr: K-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Metro Tech Academy Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2511 Taylor St Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 421-7878
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 421-7878
Gr: K-5
Metro Tech Academy Middle School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
2511 Taylor St Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(952) 333-7595
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(952) 333-7595
Gr: 6-8
New Visions Alternative Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1800 Second St. N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-5512
Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 706-5512
Gr: 2-8 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55418, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55418, MN include Waite Park Elementary School, Wilshire Park Elementary School and St. Anthony Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55418?
8 public elementary schools are located in 55418.
What is the racial composition of students in 55418?
55418 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% 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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