Best Public Schools in Bloomington, MN

The city of Bloomington, Minnesota is home to 27 schools, including 15 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 7 high schools, all part of the Bloomington Public School District. The district is ranked 274 out of 446 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. While the district as a whole underperforms the state average, there are several standout schools that excel academically.

Ridgeview Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Minnesota, with a 5-star rating and exceptional test scores. Olson Middle is a high-performing middle school, earning a 4-star rating and strong proficiency in math and reading. At the high school level, Jefferson Senior High is the top-performing school in the district, ranking between 48-214 out of around 450-480 Minnesota high schools and earning a 3-5 star rating.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the district. While the top schools have 40-80% of students proficient in math and reading, lower-performing schools like Valley View Elementary and Beacon ALP have under 30% proficiency. The district's charter schools, such as Seven Hills Preparatory Academy and Compass Academy, generally outperform the traditional public schools, despite serving higher percentages of students from low-income families.