For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 2,251 students in 55407, MN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55407, MN are El Colegio Charter School, Hennepin Schools Lower Campus and Hiawatha Collegiate High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 55407 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Minnesota public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 55407, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public charter school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 55407, MN Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
El Colegio Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4137 Bloomington Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 728-5728
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 728-5728
Gr: 9-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #22.
Hennepin Schools Lower Campus
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Gr: K-4 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Hiawatha Collegiate High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3500 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: 8-12 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Hennepin Schools Upper Campus
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1001 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 843-5050
Gr: 5-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Aim Academy Of Science & Technology
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2831 12th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 452-2274
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 452-2274
Gr: 6-11 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Rank: #66.
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4640 17th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 559-6546
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 559-6546
Gr: 5-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Hiawatha Leadership Acdy-northrop
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1611 E 46th St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: K-4 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: n/an/a
Lirio Montessori
Charter School
3015 13th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 293-5314
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 293-5314
Gr: PK-K | 3 students
55407, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1098 Andersen Ln
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Gr: PK-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
2727 10th Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
3420 17th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 889-2933
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 889-2933
Gr: K-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Basic Skills 4 Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
807 Ne Broadway
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5388
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5388
Gr: 1-8
Basic Skills 5 Elementary Ts (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2225 E. Lake St.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5363
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5363
3322 Elliot Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4070
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4070
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
City Inc. North High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1315 12th Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 377-7559
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 377-7559
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
City Inc. South High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
920 East 34 St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 877-6720
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 877-6720
Gr: 8-12
Folwell Arts Magnet (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
3611 20th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Gr: PK-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Hiawatha Leadership Academy - Sip (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1611 E. 46th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: K-5
3328 Elliot Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4100
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Volunteers Of America Middle School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3400 Dupont Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 872-2400
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 872-2400
Gr: 5-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 55407, MN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 55407, MN include El Colegio Charter School, Hennepin Schools Lower Campus and Hiawatha Collegiate High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 55407?
8 public charter schools are located in 55407.
What is the racial composition of students in 55407?
55407 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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