For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,232 students in 55447, MN (there are 5 private schools, serving 228 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 55447, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55447, MN are Gleason Lake Elementary School, Wayzata Central Middle School and Oakwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55447 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55447, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55447, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gleason Lake Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
310 County Road 101 N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5400
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5400
Gr: K-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Wayzata Central Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
305 Vicksburg Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6000
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 1,534 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17340 County Road 6
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5700
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5700
Gr: K-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Birchview Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
425 Ranchview Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5300
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5300
Gr: K-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Central Middle Alternative (Cmap)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
305 Vicksburg Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5000
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
17340 County Road 6
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5042
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5042
Gr: PK | 197 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
School #519
Alternative School
1145 Shenandoah Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 205-7612
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 205-7612
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
55447, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Birchview Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
425 Ranchview Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Gr: K-5
Gleason Lake Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
310 County Road 101 North
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55447, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55447, MN include Gleason Lake Elementary School, Wayzata Central Middle School and Oakwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55447?
7 public schools are located in 55447.
What percentage of students in 55447 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 55447 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55447?
55447 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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