Best 55345 Minnesota Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,454 students in 55345, MN (there are 3 private schools, serving 409 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 55345, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 55345, MN are Scenic Heights Elementary School, Groveland Elementary School and Minnetonka East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55345 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55345, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55345, MN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scenic Heights Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
5650 Scenic Heights Dr
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5400
Gr: K-5 | 930 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Groveland Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
17310 Minnetonka Blvd
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5600
Gr: K-5 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Minnetonka East Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
17000 Lake St Extension
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,320 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Clear Springs Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5701 Hwy 101
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-6950
Gr: K-5 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Minnetonka Senior High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
18301 Hwy 7
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 3,514 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Glen Lake Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4801 Woodridge Rd
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
Tonka Online K-5
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5621 County Road 101
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5000
Gr: K-5 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #88.
Tonka Online
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
18301 Hwy 7
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5700
Gr: 6-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #99.
Gatewood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
14900 Gatewood Dr
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Out-of-state Care And Treatment
Alternative School
5621 County Rd 101
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5072
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 55345, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in 55345, MN include Scenic Heights Elementary School, Groveland Elementary School and Minnetonka East Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 55345?
10 public schools are located in 55345.
What percentage of students in 55345 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 55345 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55345?
55345 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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