For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,143 students in 55421, MN.
The top ranked public high school in 55421, MN is Columbia Heights Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 55421 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 55421, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 55421 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Columbia Heights Senior High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55421, MN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia Heights Senior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4605
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4605
Gr: 9-12 | 1,094 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Anchor
Alternative School
1400 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Columbia Heights Transition Program
Special Education School
1400 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4600
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
1440 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4533
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4533
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
55421, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
271 Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
271 Kennedy High School. Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056
Gr: 6-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
400 10th St Nw
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039
Gr: 4-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Achieve Middle School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429
Gr: 6-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Metro Heights Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Open Door Academy Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
3800 Gauvitte St
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488
Targeted Svcs Columbia Heights (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691
Gr: K-9
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 55421, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in 55421, MN include Columbia Heights Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 55421?
4 public high schools are located in 55421.
What is the racial composition of students in 55421?
55421 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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