Best Howe Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 933 students in the neighborhood of Howe, Minneapolis, MN.
The top-ranked public middle school in Howe is Sanford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Howe, Minneapolis, MN public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in the neighborhood of Howe, Minneapolis, MN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sanford Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3524 42nd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4900
Gr: 6-8 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in the neighborhood of Howe, Minneapolis, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in the neighborhood of Howe, Minneapolis, MN include Sanford Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in the neighborhood of Howe, Minneapolis?
1 public middle schools are located in the neighborhood of Howe, Minneapolis.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Howe, Minneapolis?
the neighborhood of Howe, Minneapolis public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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