For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,384 students in Wayzata, MN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,065 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in Wayzata, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Wayzata, MN are Wayzata West Middle School and Deephaven Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wayzata, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wayzata, MN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wayzata West Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
149 Barry Ave N
Wayzata, MN 55391
(763) 745-6400
Wayzata, MN 55391
(763) 745-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 681 students
Rank: #22.
Deephaven Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4452 Vine Hill Rd
Wayzata, MN 55391
(952) 401-6900
Wayzata, MN 55391
(952) 401-6900
Grades: K-5
| 658 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wayzata Transition School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
19000 Highway 55
Wayzata, MN 55391
(763) 745-5000
Wayzata, MN 55391
(763) 745-5000
Grades: 12
| 45 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wayzata, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Wayzata, MN include Wayzata West Middle School and Deephaven Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wayzata?
3 public schools are located in Wayzata.
What percentage of students in Wayzata go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in Wayzata are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Wayzata?
Wayzata public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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