Updates to Transportation and Enrollment for Minneapolis Families in Robbinsdale Area Schools
Updates to Transportation and Enrollment for Minneapolis Families in Robbinsdale Area Schools
At Robbinsdale Area Schools (Rdale), we are committed to providing all students with high-quality educational opportunities and fostering strong partnerships with our families. As part of our ongoing efforts to align transportation and enrollment policies for all families, we want to share some important and significant updates and changes that will affect families with students in our schools and programs and who live in the North Minneapolis zip codes of 55405, 55411, 55412, and parts of 55430 (addresses within Minneapolis Public Schools boundaries).These changes will begin next school year (2025-26).
Updated Enrollment and Transportation Policy
Currently, Rdale provides transportation to students from these zip codes to the school of their choice, except for Northport and Meadow Lake elementary schools. To align transportation policies for open-enrolled families with those of families residing within our district boundaries, beginning July 1, 2025, we will implement the following changes:
Current students
Students currently enrolled in a Robbinsdale school can remain at their current school through the completion of their current grade level grouping (e.g., elementary, middle, or high school). However, transportation will only be provided to the designated schools listed below based on zip code. Transportation remains an option if you choose to transfer to the school designated for your zip code where transportation services are available.
For example, if your student currently attends Neill Elementary School in fourth grade, they can remain at Neill next school year for fifth grade, but transportation will not be available. Alternatively, you can transfer to the elementary school with transportation services designated for your zip code and still attend a Robbinsdale school with transportation services.
Families who wish to transfer and secure transportation must apply for an in-district transfer by May 1.
Zip Code 55412
Incoming students will be enrolled at Lakeview Elementary School, Robbinsdale Middle School, and Cooper High School. Transportation will be provided from 55412 to these schools only.
Zip Code 55411
Incoming students will be enrolled at Noble Elementary School, Robbinsdale Middle School, and Cooper High School. Transportation will be provided from 55411 to these schools only.
Zip Code 55430
Incoming students will be enrolled at Northport Elementary School, Robbinsdale Middle School, and Cooper High School. Transportation will be provided from 55430 to these schools only.
Zip Code 55405
Due to the distance from our schools, district-provided transportation will no longer be available for families residing in this zip code. Families in this area are still welcome to open-enroll into Rdale, but transportation will not be provided.
Magnet schools
These changes apply to transportation to magnet school programs, including:
- Plymouth Middle School’s immersion program
- Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion School
- School of Engineering and Arts (SEA)
- FAIR School Pilgrim Lane
- FAIR School Crystal
Families wishing to attend these or other schools of choice are still welcome to open enroll, but Rdale will not provide transportation.
Supporting Families Through This Transition
We understand that this change may require adjustments for your family, and we are here to support you. These updates are part of our effort to ensure equitable access to transportation and align with district-wide policies.
We value your partnership and the trust you place in Rdale to support your child’s education. If you have any questions or concerns about this change, please do not hesitate to reach out.
For further assistance, please contact our Enrollment Center at 763-504-8080, or email enrollment@rdale.org.