For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,103 students in Cokato, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cokato, MN are Dassel-cokato Middle School, Cokato Elementary School and Dassel-cokato Virtual School Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cokato, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cokato have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cokato, MN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dassel-cokato Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4852 Reardon Ave Sw Ste 1500
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Grades: 5-8
| 647 students
Rank: #22.
Cokato Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 5th St Sw
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Grades: PK-4
| 428 students
Rank: #33.
Dassel-cokato Virtual School Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4852 Reardon Ave Sw
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Rank: #44.
Village Ranch Alternative Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13637 60th St. Sw
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 543-1122
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 543-1122
Grades: 5-12
| 28 students
Rank: n/an/a
Dassel-cokato Virtual School Elementary School
Magnet School
4852 Reardon Ave Sw
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
Cokato, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cornerstone Day Treatment Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Box 460, 220 Millard
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-2129
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-2129
Grades: PK-12
| 15 students
Dassel-cokato Targeted Services Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
4851 Reardon Avenue Sw
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-4100
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Eastern Wright Day Treatment (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Box 460, 220 Millard
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-2129
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-2129
Grades: PK-12
| 5 students
Meeker & Wright Special Education (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
Box 460
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-2129
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 286-2129
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Step Se Program High School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
220 Millard Ave
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 543-4606
Cokato, MN 55321
(320) 543-4606
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Cokato, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cokato, MN include Dassel-cokato Middle School, Cokato Elementary School and Dassel-cokato Virtual School Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cokato?
5 public elementary schools are located in Cokato.
What is the racial composition of students in Cokato?
Cokato public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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