For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,916 students in 55356, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 96 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 55356, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55356, MN are Orono Intermediate Elementary School, Orono Middle School and Orono Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55356 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55356, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55356, MN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orono Intermediate Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
685 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8470
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8470
Gr: 3-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Orono Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
800 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8450
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8450
Gr: 6-8 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Orono Senior High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
795 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8400
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 945 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Orono High School Alc
Alternative School
795 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(763) 550-7226
Long Lake, MN 55356
(763) 550-7226
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Orono High School I.s.
Alternative School
795 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(763) 550-7226
Long Lake, MN 55356
(763) 550-7226
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
765 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8480
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8480
Gr: PK-2 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 55356, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55356, MN include Orono Intermediate Elementary School, Orono Middle School and Orono Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 55356?
7 public schools are located in 55356.
What percentage of students in 55356 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 55356 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55356?
55356 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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