Best Schools in Atwater, Minnesota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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A.c.g.c. Elementary
Elementary · A.c.g.c. Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$220,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$220,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Atwater
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A.c.g.c. Elementary | 6.9 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $83,661
- Median home value
- $220,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Atwater compares
Median household income
$84k
100% of Minnesota median
About Schools in Atwater, Minnesota
Atwater, Minnesota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Atwater show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Atwater is A.c.g.c. Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Atwater is served by 1 school district: A.C.G.C. Public School District. These districts collectively serve 880 students.
Atwater's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,661. The poverty rate in the area is 4.4%.
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 | 361 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.9 |
Schools in Atwater
Atwater, Minnesota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,661
Median Home Value
$220,400
Median Rent
$931/mo
Population
2,635
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Community Profile
Atwater has a median household income of $83,661. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $220,400, with a median rent of $931/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Atwater, Minnesota
How many schools are in Atwater, Minnesota?
Atwater has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Atwater, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Atwater is 6.9 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 Atwater, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Atwater on MySchoolScout is A.c.g.c. Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Atwater, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Atwater on MySchoolScout is A.c.g.c. Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Atwater, Minnesota?
Atwater is served by 1 school district: A.c.g.c. Public School District.
What is the education level in Atwater, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Atwater have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Atwater, Minnesota?
The median household income in Atwater is approximately $83,661 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Atwater, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Atwater is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Atwater, 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.