Elementary schools in Minneapolis, MN

Banaadir Elementary offers a tuition-free academic experience designed by educators, parents/guardians and leaders in the Minnesota Somali community. Students progress through Banaadir to become responsible, competent and prepared life-long learners, as well as conscientious citizens. Banaadir Academy has two campuses - one for K-4 and one for grades 5-12. It is a member of Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS), a K-12 academic community with onsite, online and specialized options.

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Located in Blaine, Minn., University Avenue Elementary is an educational institution that serves more than 500 students in kindergarten through grade five. It provides a range of academic and extracurricular programs in math, reading, art, music, media technology, and health and physical education. The school also provides sessions in character education. In addition, the school provides English as a second language and offers a variety of special and Title I educational programs. Its staff includes several classroom teachers, paraprofessionals, specialists and social workers. The school s facility includes a library and media center that provides access to a variety of databases, encyclopedias, reference books and articles from newspapers and magazines. University Avenue Elementary also offers various community education programs, medical care and student services.

Sheridan Elementary School provides educational programs to students in kindergarten through grade eight. The school also offers several after school activities and clubs, including drama art and band club, accelerated reader nights and parent informational meetings. Its academic curriculum includes physical education, reading, media and technology, special education, science, English, math, health and social studies. It also offers classes in vocal music, dance, French, and media and computer. The school has a school advisory council and provides guidance, media center and food services. Sheridan School is part of the Minneapolis Public School District and is located in Minneapolis.