For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 3,507 students in Chisago City, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 153 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Chisago City, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Chisago City, MN are Lakeside Elementary School, Chisago Lakes Senior High School and Chisago Lakes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chisago City, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Chisago City have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Chisago City, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29678 Karmel Ave
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2300
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2300
Gr: 2-5 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Chisago Lakes Senior High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
29400 Olinda Tr
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2500
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,053 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Chisago Lakes Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13750 Lake Blvd
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2400
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Taylors Falls Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
648 West St
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2100
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10363 Liberty Ln
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Gr: 9-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
11009 284th St
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2200
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2200
Gr: PK-1 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Chisago Lakes Family Center
Alternative School
11009 284th Street
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2281
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2281
Gr: PK | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Trio Wolf Creek Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
10363 Liberty Lane
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2017
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
29678 Karmel Ave
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2005
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2005
Gr: K-5
Rank: n/an/a
29678 Karmel Ave
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2000
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
29678 Karmel Ave
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2005
Chisago City, MN 55013
(651) 213-2005
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chisago City, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Chisago City, MN include Lakeside Elementary School, Chisago Lakes Senior High School and Chisago Lakes Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Chisago City?
11 public schools are located in Chisago City.
What percentage of students in Chisago City go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Chisago City are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chisago City?
Chisago City public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Chisago City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Chisago City include: Chisago Lakes Elementary School vs. Lakeside Elementary School, Lakeside Elementary School vs. Chisago Lakes Elementary School
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