- Cambridge Intermediate School — Grades 3–5 · 536 students
- Cambridge Primary School — Grades PK–2 · 498 students
- Isanti Intermediate School — Grades 3–5 · 422 students
- Isanti Primary School — Grades PK–2 · 407 students
- Cambridge-Isanti STEAM School — Grades K–5 · 139 students
- Cambridge Early Childhood SpecialEd — Grades PK–PK · 74 students
- Isanti Early Childhood Special Ed — Grades PK–PK · 71 students
- Cambridge-Isanti OLL Elementary K-5 — Grades K–5 · 18 students
- Cambridge Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 607 students
- Isanti Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 449 students
- Riverside Academy MLP — Grades 6–8 · 3 students
- Cambridge-Isanti High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,582 students
- Riverside Academy — Grades 9–12 · 40 students
- Riverside Academy IS — Grades 9–12 · 34 students
- Moving Forward — Grades 12–12 · 23 students
- Cambridge-Isanti OLL Secondary 6-12 — Grades 6–12 · 88 students
- Brookside Academy — Grades K–12 · 13 students
- C-I Education Center — Grades K–12 · 3 students
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| Metric | Cambridge-Isanti Public School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 5,062 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 17 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Charter School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge-Isanti Public School District (this district) | 7/10 | 62nd | 5,062 |
| Lake City Public School District | 7/10 | 61st | 1,203 |
| Forest Lake Public School District | 7/10 | 69th | 5,855 |
| Stillwater Area Public School District | 10/10 | 90th | 8,285 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 489 rated districts in MN → 62nd percentile → 7/10.
Source: Minnesota Dept. of Education MCA/MTAS, all grades Percent Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Cambridge-Isanti Public School District
Cambridge-Isanti Public School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 55040 in Cambridge-Isanti, Minnesota. Serving students from Kindergarten – 8th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 55040. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
With a rating of 7/10 (above average), Cambridge-Isanti Public School District ranks among Minnesota’s above average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Minnesota’s MCA/MTAS assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Minnesota is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Cambridge-Isanti Public School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Minnesota. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 55040
Children in zip code 55040 are assigned to Cambridge-Isanti Public School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 55040, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Cambridge-Isanti Public School District at (763)689-6188 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Minnesota districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Isanti
For families considering a purchase in the Cambridge-Isanti area, district assignment matters financially. Because Cambridge-Isanti Public School District serves zip code 55040, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 55040 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Minnesota, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Cambridge-Isanti Public School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 55040.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Cambridge-Isanti Public School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 55040 data.