What types of schools are available in Prior Lake, Minnesota?

Prior Lake, Minnesota offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Prior Lake, Minnesota

Q: How many schools are in Prior Lake, Minnesota?

There are 11 schools in Prior Lake, Minnesota, serving 4,269 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Prior Lake?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Prior Lake, Minnesota, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 11 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

4,269

Total Students

Across Prior Lake

12.7:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

11 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score64%

ELA Assessment Score65%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)6 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,025 students at Prior Lake-Savage Middle School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 1:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Jeffers Pond Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

14800 Jeffers Pass Nw, Prior Lake, MN 55372

La Ola Del Lago At Grainwood

publicelementaryK-5

5061 Minnesota St Se, Prior Lake, MN 55372

5370 Westwood Dr, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Five Hawks Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

16620 Five Hawks Ave Se, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Prior Lake-Savage Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

15855 Fish Point Rd, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Prior Lake-Savage Area Alc

publichighGrade 9-12

15870 Fish Point Rd Se, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Alc Independent Study

publichighGrade 9-12

15870 Fish Point Rd Se, Prior Lake, MN 55372

13780 Mckenna Rd Nw, Prior Lake, MN 55379

publicelementaryPK-PK

5304 Westwood Drive Se, Prior Lake, MN 55372

publicelementaryPK-PK

5304 Westwood Dr Se, Prior Lake, MN 55372

15870 Fish Point Rd Se, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Detailed Overview of Schools in Prior Lake

Prior Lake, Minnesota is home to 11 schools serving over 4,269 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Prior Lake, Minnesota?

There are 11 schools in Prior Lake, serving 4,269 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Prior Lake?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Prior Lake include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Prior Lake?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Prior Lake is 12.7:1.

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