For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,932 students in 55447, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 55447 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55447, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55447, MN Public Elementary 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 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 | 1,342 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55447, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55447, MN include Gleason Lake Elementary School, Wayzata Central Middle School and Oakwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55447?
5 public elementary schools are located in 55447.
What is the racial composition of students in 55447?
55447 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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