Minnesota has a mature ecosystem of Islamic schools with very different models, from full-time K-12 campuses to community-rooted Quran and after-school programs. This page gives families a faster way to compare school types, contact info, and program fit without jumping between scattered websites. This guide is built from the school directory data already in Alif Cloud, so parents can start with a real list instead of a vague ranking.
Parents comparing Minnesota options should usually sort schools by model before they sort by reputation. A full-time day school, a masjid-based weekend academy, a Quran-focused program, and a hifz track solve different family needs even when they serve the same community.
The current directory data for Minnesota includes 24 schools and program listings, including 18 full-time schools, 7 weekend programs, 12 Quran programs, 3 hifz tracks, and 8 dugsi programs. The strongest clusters in this market are around Minneapolis (10), St. Paul (4), Blaine (1), and Bloomington (1).
What Parents Should Compare First
Parents making a statewide or metro-wide search usually get better results when they narrow the list with the same few filters every time.
- Match the school model to your family routine: full-time day school, weekend program, Quran track, hifz pathway, or preschool-first option.
- Check grade continuity so siblings and future years do not force an immediate second school search.
- Look at commute honestly, especially when the strongest options are spread across several neighborhoods or suburbs.
- Ask how Quran, Islamic studies, adab, and parent communication are handled week to week.
- Verify whether the program feels organized enough to support registration, attendance, fee collection, and regular parent updates.
Schools Families Often Shortlist in Minnesota
These are the schools and programs parents are most likely to compare first in Minnesota. The selection leans toward variety across school models, grade spans, and cities so the guide is more useful than a single-style ranking.
Al-Amal School (Fridley)
Al-Amal School serves Muslim families in the north metro with a full-time academic program, Islamic studies, and dedicated Hifz support inside a structured Pre-K to 12th grade environment.
For parents building a shortlist, Al-Amal School stands out as a full-time school, Quran program, and hifz track with pre-k to 12th grade coverage. Programs listed publicly include Pre-K to 12th grade, Islamic studies, Hifz program, and PSEO and college readiness. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through Al-Amal School.
Dugsi Academy (St. Paul)
Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Dugsi Academy is listed here as a dugsi program. The school serves Kindergarten to 8th grade. Public contact details were limited in the source spreadsheet. Families should contact the school directly to confirm fit, schedule, and availability.
For parents building a shortlist, Dugsi Academy stands out as a dugsi, Quran program, weekend program, and full-time school with kindergarten to 8th grade coverage. Programs listed publicly include Kindergarten to 8th grade, Elementary school, Middle school, Islamic studies, and Weekend classes. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families should verify current admissions details directly with the school.
Eden Prairie Islamic School (Dugsi) (Eden Prairie)
Based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Eden Prairie Islamic School (Dugsi) is listed here as a dugsi program. Public contact details currently include the website. Families should contact the school directly to confirm fit, schedule, and availability.
For parents building a shortlist, Eden Prairie Islamic School (Dugsi) stands out as a dugsi, Quran program, weekend program, and full-time school with grade levels not listed publicly coverage. Programs listed publicly include Islamic studies, Weekend classes, Quran studies, and Dugsi instruction. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through Eden Prairie Islamic School (Dugsi).
Hikma Academy (Minneapolis)
Families comparing Islamic education options in Minneapolis, Minnesota can use this listing as a starting point for Hikma Academy. Public contact details currently include the website. Reach out to the school directly to confirm enrollment and current programming.
For parents building a shortlist, Hikma Academy stands out as a dugsi, Quran program, weekend program, and full-time school with grade levels not listed publicly coverage. Programs listed publicly include Islamic studies, Weekend classes, Quran studies, and Dugsi instruction. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through Hikma Academy.
Dawah Academy (St. Paul)
Dawah Academy offers a nurturing K-12 pathway designed around academic foundations, Quran study, and personal growth, with a dedicated Hifz-oriented identity for Twin Cities families.
For parents building a shortlist, Dawah Academy stands out as a full-time school, Quran program, and hifz track with kindergarten to 12th grade coverage. Programs listed publicly include Kindergarten to 12th grade, Quran course, After-school maktab, and Hifz and character development. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through Dawah Academy.
As-Suffah Academy (Circle Pines)
As-Suffah Academy combines a faith-centered academic environment with Montessori elements, serving students from Pre-K through middle school and offering a dedicated Tahfiz track.
For parents building a shortlist, As-Suffah Academy stands out as a full-time school, preschool, Montessori option, and hifz track with pre-k to 8th grade coverage. Programs listed publicly include Pre-K, Elementary school, Middle school, Tahfiz program, and Montessori instruction. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through As-Suffah Academy.
Dugsi at Dar Al Farooq Islamic Center (Bloomington)
Dar Al Farooq Islamic Center appears to offer dugsi, and Arabic language learning for local Muslim families in Bloomington, MN. This listing is based on publicly available program and contact information found on the mosque or center website and related public pages.
For parents building a shortlist, Dugsi at Dar Al Farooq Islamic Center stands out as a Quran program, dugsi, and weekend program with children and youth programs coverage. Programs listed publicly include Weekend Islamic school, Traditional Quran school, Dugsi / traditional Quran school, Quran reading and recitation, and Arabic language classes. Languages listed in the directory include English, Arabic, and Somali. Families can verify current details through Dugsi at Dar Al Farooq Islamic Center.
EPIS Weekend Islamic School (Minnetonka)
EPIS Weekend Islamic School serves families in Minnetonka, Minnesota as a dugsi program. Public contact details were limited in the source spreadsheet. Direct follow-up with the school is the best way to confirm admissions and calendar details.
For parents building a shortlist, EPIS Weekend Islamic School stands out as a dugsi, Quran program, and weekend program with grade levels not listed publicly coverage. Programs listed publicly include Weekend classes, Quran studies, and Dugsi instruction. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families should verify current admissions details directly with the school.
More Schools Parents May Want to Review in Minnesota
- Darul Arqam (Minnesota): Minneapolis | Pre-K to 5th grade | Quran program, preschool, and full-time school
- IQRA School: Minneapolis | K to 3rd grade | full-time school, Quran program, and dugsi
- Dugsi at Dar Al Farooq Islamic Center: Bloomington | Children and youth programs | Quran program, dugsi, and weekend program
- Dugsi at Dar Al-Qalam Islamic Center: Minneapolis | Preschool | Quran program, dugsi, and weekend program
- EPIS Weekend Islamic School: Minnetonka | Grade levels not listed publicly | dugsi, Quran program, and weekend program
- South Metro Islamic Center Dugsi: Rosemount | Grade levels not listed publicly | dugsi, Quran program, and weekend program
- Acumen Academy: Minneapolis | 3rd grade to 9th grade | full-time school
- Banaadir Academy: Minneapolis | Kindergarten to 12th grade | full-time school
Questions to Ask Before You Enroll in Minnesota
- Does this school model match what our family can realistically sustain each week?
- How does the program handle Quran progress, Islamic studies, and parent communication?
- Can siblings stay in one system, or will we need a second school decision soon?
- What does the commute look like in the middle of a normal week, not just on an open-house day?
- Which details should we confirm directly because schools may update grades, schedules, or fees after this guide was generated?
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of Islamic school options appear in Minnesota?
The current directory snapshot includes 18 full-time schools, 7 weekend programs, 12 Quran programs, and 3 hifz tracks in Minnesota. Parents should compare the school model first and then compare the individual programs inside that model.
How many schools are included in this Minnesota guide?
The directory currently shows 24 schools and program listings for Minnesota. This article highlights 8 core options first, then points parents to additional listings worth reviewing.
Should parents treat this as a fixed ranking?
No. The guide is meant to help parents start the comparison with real schools and programs in the market. A school that is the best fit for one family can be the wrong fit for another depending on grade span, commute, school model, and how strongly the family wants daily Islamic schooling, weekend learning, and Quran study woven into everyday life.
