For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,232 students in 55447, MN (there are 4 private schools, serving 325 private students). 91% 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 Wayzata Central Middle School, Gleason Lake Elementary 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 75% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), 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 1% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wayzata Central Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
305 Vicksburg Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6000
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6000
Grades: 6-8
| 1,534 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: K-5
| 589 students
Rank: #33.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17340 County Road 6
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5700
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5700
Grades: K-5
| 449 students
Rank: #44.
Birchview Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
425 Ranchview Ln N
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5300
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-5300
Grades: K-5
| 452 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 10 students
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
Grades: PK
| 197 students
Rank: n/an/a
School #519
Alternative School
1145 Shenandoah Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 205-7612
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 205-7612
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
55447, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Birchview Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
425 Ranchview Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Minneapolis, MN 55447
(763) 745-6638
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
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
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55447, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55447, MN include Wayzata Central Middle School, Gleason Lake Elementary 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?
91% 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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