For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,161 students in the neighborhood of Seward, Minneapolis, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Seward are Takoda Prep, Seward Elementary School and Voa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Seward, Minneapolis, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Seward, Minneapolis, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Takoda Prep
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1845 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Grades: 9-12
| 33 students
Rank: #22.
Seward Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2309 28th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Grades: PK-5
| 557 students
Rank: #33.
Voa High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Kennedy St Ne, Suite 140
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 375-0700
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 375-0700
Grades: 9-12
| 54 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln International High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2520 Minnehaha Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8690
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8690
Grades: 9-12
| 165 students
Rank: #55.
Skyline Math And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 26th Ave S Suite 100
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 200-9916
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 200-9916
Grades: K-6
| 188 students
Rank: #66.
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2526 27th Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9140
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9140
Grades: K-6
| 89 students
Rank: n/an/a
Takoda Prep Extended
Alternative School
1845 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Voa High Extended
Alternative School
2300 Kennedy St Ne, Suite 140
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 375-0700
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 375-0700
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Seward, Minneapolis, MN?
The top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Seward, Minneapolis, MN include Takoda Prep, Seward Elementary School and Voa High School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Seward, Minneapolis?
8 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Seward, Minneapolis.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Seward, Minneapolis?
the neighborhood of Seward, Minneapolis public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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