Minnesota is the #10 largest school system in the United States, serving 870,790 students across the 2,732 public schools for the 2025 school year (there are 631 private schools, serving 98,634 students). 90% of all K-12 students in Minnesota attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Minnesota is 45%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 51%.
The top-ranked public schools in Minnesota are Atheneum Elementary School, Gate 4/5, and St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 39%, with the majority being Black or Hispanic and the student:teacher ratio is 15:1.
Top Ranked Public Schools in Minnesota (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Atheneum Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 2-5
5899 Babcock Tr E
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
(651) 306-7300
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
(651) 306-7300
Rank: #22.
Gate 4/5
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥90% (Top 1%)
Grades: 4-5
523 Marsh Street W.
Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 351-6905
Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 351-6905
Rank: #33.
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower
Charter School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-4
4260 Stagecoach Tr N
Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 395-5920
Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 395-5920
Rank: #44.
Scenic Heights Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 87% (Top 1%)
Reading: 83% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
5650 Scenic Heights Dr
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5400
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5400
Rank: #55.
Lake Harriet Upper Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 84% (Top 1%)
Reading: 86% (Top 1%)
Grades: 3-5
4912 Vincent Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55410
(612) 668-3310
Minneapolis, MN 55410
(612) 668-3310
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Bridges Community Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
320 Garfield Ave
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-2800
Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 387-2800
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Dassel Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-4
131 William Ave E
Dassel, MN 55325
(320) 286-4100
Dassel, MN 55325
(320) 286-4100
Rank: #88.
Kimberly Lane Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 84% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-5
17405 Old Rockford Rd
Minneapolis, MN 55446
(763) 745-5600
Minneapolis, MN 55446
(763) 745-5600
Rank: #99.
Burroughs Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 81% (Top 5%)
Reading: 84% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
1601 W 50th St
Minneapolis, MN 55419
(612) 668-3280
Minneapolis, MN 55419
(612) 668-3280
Rank: #1010.
Mendota Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 85-89% (Top 1%)
Reading: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-4
1979 Summit Ln
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8000
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8000
Overview
This State (MN)
# Schools
2,732 Schools
# Students
870,790 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
57,779 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (MN)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
Graduation Rate
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.59
# American Indian Students
15,699 Students
% American Indian Students
2%
# Asian Students
61,819 Students
% Asian Students
7%
# Hispanic Students
99,588 Students
% Hispanic Students
12%
# Black Students
102,736 Students
% Black Students
12%
# White Students
534,612 Students
% White Students
61%
# Hawaiian Students
1,007 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
# Two or more races Students
55,329 Students
% of Two or more races Students
6%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (MN)
Total Revenue (22-23)
$15,547 MM
Spending (22-23)
$16,179 MM
Revenue / Student (22-23)
$17,854
Spending / Student (22-23)
$18,580
Best Minnesota Public Schools by County (2025)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Minnesota?
The top-ranked public schools in Minnesota include Atheneum Elementary School, Gate 4/5, and St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower.
How many public schools are located in Minnesota?
2,732 public schools are located in Minnesota.
What percentage of students in Minnesota go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Minnesota attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Minnesota?
Minority enrollment in Minnesota is 39%, with the majority being Black or Hispanic.
Which public schools in Minnesota are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Minnesota include: Lakeville South High School vs. Lakeville North High School, Mankato East Senior High School vs. Mankato West Senior High School, Lincoln Center Elementary School vs. Kaposia Education Center Elementary School
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