For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 2,030 students in 55040, MN (there are , serving 40 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 55040, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55040, MN are Cambridge-isanti Steam School, Art And Science Academy and Brookside Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55040 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55040, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55040, MN 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cambridge-isanti Steam School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 9th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Gr: K-5 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Art And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
903 6th Avenue Ct Ne Ste A
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0342
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0342
Gr: K-4 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Brookside Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 689-6196
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 689-6196
Gr: K-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Art & Science Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1005 7th Avenue Court Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0342
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 444-0342
Gr: 5-8 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Isanti Intermediate School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 9th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-8800
Gr: 3-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Riverside Academy Mlp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #77.
Isanti Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Centennial Dr
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8600
Gr: 6-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #88.
Riverside Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6262
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
Isanti Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
301 Heritage Blvd Nw
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Gr: PK | 79 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
301 Heritage Blvd Nw
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Gr: PK-2 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Moving Forward
Special Education School
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-7733
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-7733
Gr: 12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
Riverside Academy I.s.
Alternative School
1700 305th Ave Ne
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6252
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 552-6252
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 14%
55040, Minnesota 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 W County Road 5
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8778
Gr: K-4 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
201 Centennial Dr.
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8676
Isanti, MN 55040
(763) 691-8676
Gr: 5-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55040, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55040, MN include Cambridge-isanti Steam School, Art And Science Academy and Brookside Academy.
How many public schools are located in 55040?
12 public schools are located in 55040.
What percentage of students in 55040 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 55040 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55040?
55040 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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