For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,385 students in Waconia, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in Waconia, MN are Waconia High School and Waconia Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waconia, MN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Waconia have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public high schools.
Waconia, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waconia High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Waconia, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waconia High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1650 Community Dr
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0670
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0670
Gr: 9-12 | 1,342 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Waconia Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1800 Community Dr
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0670
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0670
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Transitions 110
Special Education School
504 Industrial Blvd
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0600
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0600
Gr: 12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Waconia Learning Center Ss/as
Alternative School
1800 Community Dr
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0690
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0690
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Waconia, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in Waconia, MN include Waconia High School and Waconia Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in Waconia?
4 public high schools are located in Waconia.
What is the racial composition of students in Waconia?
Waconia public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public high schools in Waconia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Waconia include: Waconia Learning Center vs. Waconia Learning Center Ss/as
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