For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,045 students in 55387, MN (there are 2 private schools, serving 496 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 55387, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55387, MN are Laketown Elementary School, Bayview Elementary School and Southview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55387 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55387, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55387, MN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Laketown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
960 Airport Road
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0690
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0690
Grades: K-5
| 530 students
Rank: #22.
Bayview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24 S Walnut St
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0630
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0630
Grades: K-5
| 562 students
Rank: #33.
Southview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
225 W 4th St
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0620
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0620
Grades: K-5
| 568 students
Rank: #44.
Waconia Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Community Dr
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0650
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0650
Grades: 6-8
| 937 students
Rank: #55.
Waconia Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1800 Community Dr
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0689
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0689
Grades: 9-12
| 31 students
Rank: #66.
Waconia High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1650 Community Dr
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0670
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0670
Grades: 9-12
| 1,351 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
504 Industrial Blvd
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0600
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0600
Grades: PK
| 57 students
Rank: n/an/a
Transitions 110
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
504 Industrial Blvd
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0600
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0600
Grades: 12
| 9 students
Rank: n/an/a
Waconia Learning Center Ss/as
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1800 Community Dr
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0690
Waconia, MN 55387
(952) 442-0690
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55387, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55387, MN include Laketown Elementary School, Bayview Elementary School and Southview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 55387?
9 public schools are located in 55387.
What percentage of students in 55387 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 55387 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55387?
55387 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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