Best Schools in Anoka, Minnesota
14 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 6 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Anoka?
Use this page to compare every school in Anoka by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Lincoln Elementary School for Arts
Elementary · Anoka-Hennepin School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Anoka-Hennepin Tech High School
High · Anoka-Hennepin School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Anoka Middle School for the Arts
Middle · Anoka-Hennepin School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Anoka for 2026 are Lincoln Elementary School for Arts (8.0/10), Anoka-Hennepin Tech High School (6.9/10), and Anoka Middle School for the Arts (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
14
11 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$338,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
14
11 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$338,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 55% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Anoka schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Anoka
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 14 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Elementary School for Arts | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Anoka-Hennepin Tech High School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Anoka Middle School for the Arts | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Anoka-Hennepin Regional High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Secondary Virtual School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Anoka High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Wilson 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $101,351
- Median home value
- $338,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
18% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Anoka compares
Minnesota rank
#125 of 231
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Minnesota avg (6.3)
Median household income
$101k
121% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
11
Anoka-Hennepin School District runs 91% of Anoka's public schools
Anoka touches 2 districts, but Anoka-Hennepin School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Anoka-Hennepin School District accounts for 10 of 11 public schools (91%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.5 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Anoka, not a citywide average.
- Anoka-Hennepin School District10 public · 91%
- St. Francis Area Schools1 public · 9%
About Schools in Anoka, Minnesota
Anoka, Minnesota is home to 14 schools, including 11 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 6 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Anoka 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 Anoka is Lincoln Elementary School for Arts with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Anoka is served by 2 school districts: Anoka-Hennepin School District, St. Francis Area Schools. These districts collectively serve 42,867 students.
Anoka's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $101,351. The poverty rate in the area is 4.9%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 426 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | 569 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 63 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | St Stephen SchoolPrivate 322 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 6 students · Kindergarten–4th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,604 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 154 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 203 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 99 students · 6th–12th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 2,353 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 5 | 59 students · 10th–12th | 5.8 |
| 6 | 2 students · 6th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,112 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.1 |
| 2 | 11 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Anoka
Anoka, Minnesota · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$101,351
Median Home Value
$338,700
Median Rent
$1,348/mo
Population
52,121
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Community Profile
Anoka has a median household income of $101,351. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,700, with a median rent of $1,348/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 6
- Other
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Anoka, Minnesota
How many schools are in Anoka, Minnesota?
Anoka has 14 schools, including 11 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Anoka, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Anoka is 6.2 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 Anoka, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Anoka on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elementary School for Arts with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Anoka, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Anoka on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elementary School for Arts with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Anoka, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Anoka on MySchoolScout is Anoka Middle School for the Arts with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Anoka, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Anoka on MySchoolScout is Anoka-Hennepin Tech High School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Anoka, Minnesota?
Anoka is served by 2 school districts: Anoka-Hennepin School District, St. Francis Area Schools.
What is the education level in Anoka, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Anoka have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Anoka, Minnesota?
The median household income in Anoka is approximately $101,351 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Anoka, Minnesota?
Yes, Anoka has 3 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Montessori Renaissance Academy with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Anoka, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Anoka is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Anoka, 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.