Top 5 Best 55016 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,775 students in 55016, MN.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 55016 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55016, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55016, MN Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cottage Grove Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7447 65th St S
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:
9/
10
Top 20%
9525 Indian Blvd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-4201
Grades: K-5
| 763 students
Rank: #33.
Hillside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8177 Hillside Tr S
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:
8/
10
Top 30%
8855 Inwood Ave S
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:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9775 Indian Blvd S
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:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9015 Hadley Ave S
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:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7830 80th St S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3801
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #88.
Oltman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6625 Goodview Avenue
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-3509
Grades: 6-8
| 969 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sowashco Online K-5
Magnet School
7362 E Point Douglas Rd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6300
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55016 Minnesota

55016, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
8400 E Pt Douglas Rd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
(651) 425-6121
Grades: PK
| 219 students
7362 E Point Douglas Road
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
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55016, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55016, MN include Cottage Grove Elementary School, Grey Cloud Elementary School and Hillside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55016?
9 public elementary schools are located in 55016.
What is the racial composition of students in 55016?
55016 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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