Best 55404 Minnesota Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 298 students in 55404, MN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 55404, MN are Center School, Merc and Takoda Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 55404 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 55404, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 55404 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lincoln International High School, with 50-59% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 55404, MN Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Center School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2421 Bloomington Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 721-1655
Gr: 7-12 | 37 students
Rank: #22.
Merc
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2539 Pleasant Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2777
Gr: 9-12 | 60 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Takoda Prep
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1845 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln International High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2520 Minnehaha Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-8690
Gr: 9-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Center School Extended
Alternative School
2421 Bloomington Ave So
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 721-1655
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Merc Extended
Alternative School
2539 Pleasant Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2777
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Takoda Prep Extended
Alternative School
1845 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 341-3358
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 55404, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 55404, MN include Center School, Merc and Takoda Prep.
How many public high schools are located in 55404?
7 public high schools are located in 55404.
What is the racial composition of students in 55404?
55404 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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