- Green Central Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 594 students
- Early Childhood Special Education — Grades PK–K · 573 students
- Barton Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 508 students
- Emerson Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 491 students
- Whittier Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 491 students
- Burroughs Elementary — Grades K–5 · 481 students
- Bancroft Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 477 students
- Lyndale Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 466 students
- Folwell Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 450 students
- Pillsbury Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 439 students
- Bryn Mawr Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 431 students
- Marcy Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 415 students
- Las Estrellas Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 401 students
- Dowling Elementary — Grades K–5 · 399 students
- Kenwood Elementary — Grades K–5 · 388 students
- Lucy Laney Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 386 students
- Northrop Elementary — Grades K–5 · 381 students
- Armatage Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 377 students
- Windom Elementary — Grades K–5 · 369 students
- Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary — Grades 2–5 · 349 students
- Hale Elementary — Grades K–2 · 326 students
- Loring Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 321 students
- Lake Harriet Lower Elementary — Grades K–2 · 309 students
- Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 304 students
- Kenny Elementary — Grades K–5 · 295 students
- + 17 more elementary schools
- Andersen Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,052 students
- Justice Page Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,020 students
- Sanford Middle — Grades 6–8 · 728 students
- Anthony Middle — Grades 6–8 · 727 students
- Northeast Middle — Grades 6–8 · 541 students
- Anwatin Middle — Grades 6–8 · 334 students
- Olson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 329 students
- Franklin Middle — Grades 6–8 · 254 students
- Washburn High — Grades 9–12 · 1,521 students
- South High — Grades 9–12 · 1,257 students
- Southwest High — Grades 9–12 · 1,195 students
- Roosevelt High — Grades 9–12 · 1,148 students
- Edison High — Grades 9–12 · 865 students
- Camden High — Grades 9–12 · 783 students
- North High — Grades 9–12 · 591 students
- FAIR High — Grades 9–12 · 337 students
- Transition Plus Services — Grades 12–12 · 267 students
- Wellstone International High — Grades 9–12 · 166 students
- Plymouth Youth Center — Grades 9–12 · 96 students
- Roosevelt High - SWS — Grades 9–12 · 91 students
- Minneapolis Academy & Career Center — Grades 9–12 · 76 students
- VOA High — Grades 9–12 · 75 students
- Heritage Academy High — Grades 9–12 · 71 students
- MERC — Grades 9–12 · 60 students
- Loring-Nicollet High — Grades 9–12 · 57 students
- Harrison Education Center — Grades 9–12 · 50 students
- Menlo Park Academy — Grades 9–12 · 45 students
- Wellstone International High - SWS — Grades 9–12 · 39 students
- Takoda Prep — Grades 9–12 · 36 students
- MERC Extended — Grades 9–12 · 7 students
- Menlo Park Academy Extended — Grades 9–12 · 3 students
- Plymouth Youth Center Extended — Grades 9–12 · 2 students
- Southwest High - SWS — Grades 9–12 · 1 students
- Sullivan Elementary — Grades PK–8 · 640 students
- Seward Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 576 students
- Ella Baker Elementary — Grades PK–8 · 512 students
- MPS Online 6-12 — Grades 6–12 · 358 students
- River Bend Educational Center — Grades K–12 · 65 students
- Longfellow Alternative High — Grades 7–12 · 50 students
- Stadium View — Grades 6–12 · 43 students
- Center School — Grades 7–12 · 37 students
- MPS Metro HA — Grades K–12 · 35 students
- MPS Metro DT — Grades K–12 · 26 students
- Ronald McDonald House — Grades K–12 · 6 students
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| Metric | Minneapolis Public School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 102 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 2/10 — Poor | — | Near average |
About Minneapolis Public School District
Minneapolis Public School District serves zip code 55415, covering Minneapolis, Minnesota with grades Pre-K – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Minneapolis Public School District spends approximately $14,100 per student per year, placing it near the Minnesota state average of approximately $14,000 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Minneapolis Public School District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Minneapolis Public School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 2/10 Rating
With a rating of 2/10 (low-rated), Minneapolis Public School District ranks among Minnesota’s low-rated-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 the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 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.
Minneapolis Public School District holds a low overall rating, with reading and math proficiency among the lowest in Minnesota on state assessments. Test results reflect many factors beyond the classroom, including community and economic conditions; a low score is a signal to research carefully, not a verdict on any individual school or teacher. Families in this area should research all available alternatives: inter-district transfers, charter schools, and magnet programs. Contact the district directly to understand exactly what programs are available at your assigned school.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 55415
Children in zip code 55415 are assigned to Minneapolis Public School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 55415, 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 Minneapolis Public School District at (612)668-0000 or visit www.mpls.k12.mn.us/. 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 Minneapolis
For families considering a purchase in the Minneapolis area, district assignment matters financially. Because Minneapolis Public School District serves zip code 55415, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 55415. 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 Minneapolis 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 55415.
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 Minneapolis Public School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 55415 data.