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South Washington County Schools


At a glance
135thof 446 Minnesota districts
Better than 69% of Minnesota districts
7362 E Point Douglas Rd S
Cottage Grove, MN 55016-3025
·(651) 425-6201·All Minnesota district rankings →
Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 69.7% of districts
29
Schools
19,578
Students
5
5-star schools
Top rankedLiberty Ridge Elementary25th of 872 Minnesota elementary schools
Biggest riser
Red Rock Elementary up 166 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Newport Elementary 9.5 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
5★
4★
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1★
6 schools without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The South Washington County Schools district in Minnesota encompasses 28 schools, including 17 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 7 high schools, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The district is known for its strong academic performance, with several standout schools that consistently rank among the top in the state.

Among the district's high-performing schools, East Ridge High School and Woodbury High School are particularly noteworthy, ranking in the top 30 and 40 high schools in Minnesota, respectively. These schools boast impressive test scores, with over 50% proficiency in math and reading. At the middle school level, Lake Middle School stands out, ranking in the top 25 middle schools in the state and achieving exceptional test scores in both math and reading.

The district's elementary schools also include several top performers, such as Valley Crossing Elementary, which ranks in the top 30 elementary schools in Minnesota and boasts outstanding test scores. However, the data also reveals significant variation in school performance across the district, with some schools struggling to meet academic benchmarks. This suggests the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education, regardless of their school or socioeconomic background.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Minnesota Department of Education.

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