2,966
Preschools
2,199
Elementary Schools
1,549
Middle Schools
1,390
High Schools
2,332
Public District Schools
2,573
Private Schools
5,167
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Minnesota based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Minnesota at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Minnesota offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Minnesota
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Anoka-Hennepin Public School Dist.
37,719 students | ANOKA, MN
Grades PK, K-12 | 47 schools -
St. Paul Public School District
34,928 students | SAINT PAUL, MN
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 94 schools -
Minneapolis Public School Dist.
32,722 students | MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 111 schools -
Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District
29,156 students | ROSEMOUNT, MN
Grades PK, K-12 | 35 schools -
Osseo Public School District
20,672 students | MAPLE GROVE, MN
Grades PK, K-12 | 40 schools
Reviews From Schools in Minnesota
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Parent / Guardian
May 29, 2024
I have two children in Noble Elementary -- Go Lions! My children are excited to go to school on a daily basis and the teachers, administrators, and support are great. The school has an emphasis on... More
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Noble Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 29, 2024
You will want to steer clear of this school if your child is “neurodivergent” and his/her brain works differently from the average or “neurotypical” person. This may be differences in social... More
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Great Oaks Academy Charter School
Parent / Guardian
May 28, 2024
This program is almost 30 years old and is such a gift for the Saint Paul community. The teachers represent a broad slice of the French speaking world, the student body is diverse with an active PTO.... More