Orono Public School District

The Orono Public School District is a high-performing school district in Minnesota, comprising 4 schools that serve students from elementary through high school. The district is known for its consistently excellent academic outcomes, with several standout schools that rank among the top in the state.

The crown jewel of the district is Orono Senior High, a 5-star high school that consistently ranks among the top 30-40 high schools in Minnesota. With a 95.8% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.2% dropout rate, Orono Senior High boasts impressive proficiency rates on state assessments, particularly in math and reading. The district's Orono Middle and Orono Intermediate Elementary schools are also top performers, ranking among the best in Minnesota with 5-star ratings.

While the Orono schools have a predominantly white student population, they consistently outperform the state averages on standardized tests, with low free/reduced lunch rates and student-teacher ratios. This suggests that the district has access to significant resources, which may contribute to its high academic performance. However, there may be opportunities for the district to further improve, particularly in areas where they are not at the absolute top of the state rankings, such as science proficiency.