Best Schools in Ada, Minnesota
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ada by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ada-Borup-West Secondary
High · Ada-Borup-West Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Ada-Borup-West Elementary
Elementary · Ada-Borup-West Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$139,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$139,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ada
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ada-Borup-West Secondary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Ada-Borup-West Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $73,125
- Median home value
- $139,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ada compares
Median household income
$73k
87% of Minnesota median
Ada-Borup-West Public Schools runs Ada's public schools
2 public schools. Ada-Borup-West Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Ada is a Ada-Borup-West Public Schools school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.5 to 8.2 — the spread is inside Ada, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Ada, Minnesota
Ada, Minnesota is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Ada show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ada is Ada-Borup-West Secondary with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ada is served by 1 school district: Ada-Borup-West Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 701 students.
Ada's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,125. The poverty rate in the area is 14.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 365 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 336 students · 6th–12th | 8.2 |
Schools in Ada
Ada, Minnesota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,125
Median Home Value
$139,500
Median Rent
$698/mo
Population
2,300
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Community Profile
Ada has a median household income of $73,125. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $139,500, with a median rent of $698/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.7%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Ada, Minnesota
How many schools are in Ada, Minnesota?
Ada has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ada, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ada is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ada, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Ada on MySchoolScout is Ada-Borup-West Secondary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ada, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ada on MySchoolScout is Ada-Borup-West Elementary with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Ada, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Ada on MySchoolScout is Ada-Borup-West Secondary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Ada, Minnesota?
Ada is served by 1 school district: Ada-Borup-West Public Schools.
What is the education level in Ada, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Ada have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ada, Minnesota?
The median household income in Ada is approximately $73,125 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ada, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ada is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ada, Minnesota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.