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Best 55406 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 1,833 students in 55406, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55406, MN are Sanford Middle School, Longfellow Alternative High School and Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55406 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55406, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55406, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sanford Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3524 42nd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4900
Gr: 6-8 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Longfellow Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3017 E 31st St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4700
Gr: 7-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3500 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 353-4324
Gr: 8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #44.
Sullivan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3100 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Mts High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2872 26th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Gr: 7-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Bdote Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3216 E 29th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 729-9266
Gr: K-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Friendship Academy Of Arts - Interm
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3320 E. 41st St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 879-6703
Gr: 3-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Universal Academy Middle/high
Charter School
2912 28th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Gr: 7-10 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55406 Minnesota

55406, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy Of Construction/engineering (Closed 2018)
4001 Harriet Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 408-2648
Banaadir College Prep (Closed 2023)
2750 18th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 275-2512
Gr: 7-9
Center For Training & Careers (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2309 Nicollet Av
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-1180
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Cooper Elementary School (Closed 2006)
3239 44th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4450
Gr: K-5 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Ericsson Elementary School (Closed 2006)
4315 31st Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4520
Gr: K-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Francis A. Higgins Elementary School (Closed 2023)
4201 42nd Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4610
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Joseph M. Carkenord Elementary School (Closed 2023)
3733 43rd Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4640
Gr: K-5 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Longfellow Alternative Extended High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
3017 East 31st St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4700
Gr: 7-12
Minnesota Transitions Alp High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
2872 26th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Gr: 10-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Minnesota Transitions Middle School (Closed 2023)
2526 27th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 721-0340
Gr: 6-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Mps D/hh (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
3100 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5021
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Seward Elementary School (Closed 2021)
2309 28th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Gr: PK-8 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Transitions Senior High School (Closed 2010)
2872 26th Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-9013
Gr: 9-12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55406, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55406, MN include Sanford Middle School, Longfellow Alternative High School and Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield.
How many public middle schools are located in 55406?
8 public middle schools are located in 55406.
What is the racial composition of students in 55406?
55406 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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