For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,429 students in 55016, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 101 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 55016, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55016, MN are Cottage Grove Elementary School, Grey Cloud Elementary School and Hillside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55016 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55016, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55016, MN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cottage Grove Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7447 65th St S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-5801
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-5801
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Rank: #22.
Grey Cloud Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9525 Indian Blvd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-4201
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-4201
Grades: K-5
| 763 students
Rank: #33.
Hillside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8177 Hillside Tr S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-4001
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-4001
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #44.
Armstrong Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8855 Inwood Ave S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-4101
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-4101
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Rank: #55.
Cottage Grove Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9775 Indian Blvd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6804
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6804
Grades: 6-8
| 924 students
Rank: #66.
Pine Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9015 Hadley Ave S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3901
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3901
Grades: K-5
| 530 students
Rank: #77.
Crestview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7830 80th St S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3801
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3801
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #88.
South Washington Alternative High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8400 E Point Douglas Rd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-7001
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-7001
Grades: 10-12
| 85 students
Rank: #99.
Oltman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6625 Goodview Avenue
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3509
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3509
Grades: 6-8
| 969 students
Rank: #1010.
Park High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8040 80th St S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3702
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3702
Grades: 9-12
| 1,938 students
Rank: n/an/a
Access
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
8400 E Point Douglas Rd
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-2341
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-2341
Grades: 10-12
| 6 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
8400 E Point Douglas Rd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6121
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6121
Grades: PK
| 540 students
Rank: n/an/a
Next Step Transition Program
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
7155 80th St S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-5104
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-5104
Grades: 12
| 85 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sowashco Online K-5
Magnet School
7362 E Point Douglas Rd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6300
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6300
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
55016, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ages 0-2 Early Childhood Special Ed (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
8400 E Pt Douglas Rd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6121
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6121
Grades: PK
| 219 students
Distance Learning Program (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
7362 E Point Douglas Road
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 458-6660
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 458-6660
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Place (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
7362 E Point Douglas Rd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-7201
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-7201
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55016, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55016, MN include Cottage Grove Elementary School, Grey Cloud Elementary School and Hillside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55016?
14 public schools are located in 55016.
What percentage of students in 55016 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 55016 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55016?
55016 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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