For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,187 students in 55412, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55412, MN are Loring Elementary School, Lucy Laney Elementary School and Cityview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55412 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55412, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55412, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Loring Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 44th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2060
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2060
Grades: PK-5
| 281 students
Rank: #22.
Lucy Laney Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3333 Penn Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2200
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2200
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Rank: #33.
Cityview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3350 4th Street North
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 688-2270
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 688-2270
Grades: PK-5
| 184 students
Rank: #44.
Sojourner Truth Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3820 Emerson Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 588-3599
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 588-3599
Grades: PK-8
| 354 students
55412, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Pillsbury United Communities
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 302-3400
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 302-3400
Grades: 10-12
| 44 students
Cityview Pam Magnet Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Magnet School
3350 North 4th St
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2270
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2270
Grades: K-8
| 79 students
4119 Dupont Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-1890
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-1890
Grades: K-5
| 226 students
4021 Thomas Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 876-3814
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 876-3814
Grades: K-5
| 118 students
Minneapolis School Of New Music (Closed 2024)
Charter School
4021 Thomas Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 236-4637
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 236-4637
Grades: 6-8
| 42 students
3350 North 4th St
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 276-1526
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 276-1526
Grades: K-8
| 329 students
3350 North 4th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2270
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2270
Grades: K-5
| 95 students
3350 4th Street North
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2252
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2252
Grades: K-5
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55412, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55412, MN include Loring Elementary School, Lucy Laney Elementary School and Cityview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55412?
4 public elementary schools are located in 55412.
What is the racial composition of students in 55412?
55412 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% 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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