Best 55408 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,060 students in 55408, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 385 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 55408, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55408, MN are Lyndale Elementary School and Green Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55408 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55408, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55408, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyndale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
312 West 34th St
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Green Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3416 4th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-3730
Gr: PK-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55408, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55408, MN include Lyndale Elementary School and Green Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55408?
2 public schools are located in 55408.
What percentage of students in 55408 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 55408 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55408?
55408 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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