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Minneapolis Schools Face Major Redesign | Rochester Minnesota News

Minneapolis Public Schools is poised for a major overhaul, with three bold plans to close over a dozen schools and redraw attendance zones—forcing at least 12% of students into new buildings. Driven by underutilized campuses that strain funding and create inequities, the district aims to streamline pathways from elementary through high school, preserve key programs like Hmong language offerings, and boost capacity to above 70%. While echoing past reforms from 2020, this time they’re doubling down on citywide transportation for magnet and heritage programs. The goal? Consistent, high-quality…

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