- Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion El. — Grades K–5 · 733 students
- MEADOW LAKE ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 488 students
- NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 488 students
- FOREST ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 464 students
- SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON — Grades K–5 · 432 students
- ZACHARY LANE ELEMENTARY — Grades K–5 · 428 students
- FAIR School Pilgrim Lane — Grades K–5 · 403 students
- NEILL ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 359 students
- LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 318 students
- SONNESYN ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 313 students
- EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION — Grades PK–K · 271 students
- NOBLE ELEMENTARY — Grades PK–5 · 262 students
- New Hope Learning Center — Grades PK–PK · 16 students
- PLYMOUTH MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 749 students
- ROBBINSDALE MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 567 students
- The FAIR School - Crystal — Grades 6–8 · 439 students
- Sandburg Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 341 students
- ROBBINSDALE ARMSTRONG SENIOR HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,840 students
- ROBBINSDALE COOPER SENIOR HIGH — Grades 9–12 · 1,396 students
- HIGHVIEW ALC — Grades 9–12 · 277 students
- ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER — Grades 12–12 · 49 students
- ADULT ACADEMICS — Grades 9–12 · 1 students
- Robbinsdale Virtual Academy — Grades 6–12 · 170 students
- Robbinsdale Shared Time Program — Grades K–12 · 6 students
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| Metric | Robbinsdale Public School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 31 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Robbinsdale Public School District
If you live in ZIP 55422 — Robbinsdale, Minnesota — your assigned public schools are operated by Robbinsdale Public School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Minnesota average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district operates 1 school, covering Pre-K – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
Robbinsdale Public School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $14,100 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
With 1 schools, Robbinsdale Public School District operates as a small, community-focused district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Robbinsdale Public School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Robbinsdale Public School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 55422
Children in zip code 55422 are assigned to Robbinsdale 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 55422, 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 Robbinsdale Public School District at (763)504-8000 or visit www.rdale.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 Robbinsdale
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Robbinsdale Public School District serves zip code 55422, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 55422 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 Robbinsdale 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 55422.
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 Robbinsdale Public School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 55422 data.