Best Schools in Bloomington, Minnesota
30 schools · 17 Elementary · 5 Middle · 7 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Bloomington?
Use this page to compare every school in Bloomington by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ridgeview Elementary
Elementary · Bloomington Public School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Poplar Bridge Elementary
Elementary · Bloomington Public School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hillcrest Elementary
Elementary · Bloomington Public School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bloomington for 2026 are Ridgeview Elementary (9.3/10), Poplar Bridge Elementary (8.4/10), and Hillcrest Elementary (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 22 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
30
26 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$348,520
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
30
26 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$348,520
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 9.3/10 despite 26% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.4 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 Bloomington schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Bloomington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 22 rated schools; 30 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgeview Elementary | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Poplar Bridge Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Hillcrest Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Washburn Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | New Code Academy Middle School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Success Academy Bloomington Middle | 7.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Oak Grove Middle | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Olson Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Jefferson Senior High | 6.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Normandale Hills Elementary | 6.0 / 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
- $90,158
- Median home value
- $348,520
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
37% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bloomington compares
Minnesota rank
#124 of 231
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Minnesota avg (6.3)
Median household income
$90k
107% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
30
Bloomington Public School District runs 85% of Bloomington's public schools
Bloomington touches 4 districts, but Bloomington Public School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Bloomington Public School District accounts for 22 of 26 public schools (85%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 4.
Among 22 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.9 to 9.3 — the spread is inside Bloomington, not a citywide average.
4 of the 26 public schools are charters (15%), so the district split is not the whole market.
- Bloomington Public School District22 public · 85%
- Success Academy2 public · 8%
- Bluesky Charter School1 public · 4%
- Seven Hills Preparatory Academy1 public · 4%
About Schools in Bloomington, Minnesota
Bloomington, Minnesota offers parents a strong public school landscape, with 25 ranked schools averaging 6.7 out of 10 — a solid baseline that reflects consistent academic performance across the city. More telling: 56% of schools score 7 or higher, meaning the majority of Bloomington's campuses clear the threshold most families use as a minimum bar for quality.
The elementary tier is where Bloomington stands out most clearly. Ridgeview Elementary leads all 25 ranked schools with an 8.9 out of 10, the highest score in the city. Success Academy Bloomington Elementary follows at 8.3, with Oak Grove Elementary at 8.2 and Normandale Hills Elementary at 8.0 close behind. That cluster of four elementary schools in the 8.0–8.9 range is a meaningful signal: families in the right attendance zones have access to some of the strongest elementary programs in the metro. At the secondary level, Jefferson Senior High earns a 7.9 out of 10, giving students who move through the system a high-performing high school destination.
Bloomington is served primarily by the Bloomington Public Schools district (ISD 271), which covers the bulk of the city's traditional public options. The presence of Success Academy Bloomington — a charter option scoring above 8.0 — means parents have a competitive alternative to district schools at the elementary level, and it's worth adding to any comparison list.
The practical takeaway for parents: Bloomington's school market rewards research at the individual school level rather than the district level. With 14 of 25 schools clearing the 7-point threshold and four elementaries above 8.0, the ceiling is high — but the 44% of schools below 7.0 means address and school assignment matter. Before committing to a neighborhood, check whether the zoned elementary is one of the stronger performers. The concentration of top scores at the elementary level also means families with younger children have more high-quality options to choose from than families evaluating middle or high school specifically.
Elementary Schools
17 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 401 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 477 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
| 3 | 358 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 |
| 4 | 352 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 5 | 68 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
| 6 | 441 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.0 |
| 7 | 437 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 |
| 8 | 339 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.4 |
| 9 | 542 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.9 |
| 10 | 354 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 |
Show all 17 elementary schools in Bloomington
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 82 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 51 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 3 | 661 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 4 | 779 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
| 5 | 622 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 1,685 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 82 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 1,610 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 5 | 613 students · 6th–12th | 5.7 |
| 6 | 120 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
| 7 | 110 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 227 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 7.3 |
Schools in Bloomington
Bloomington, Minnesota · 30 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$90,158
Median Home Value
$348,520
Median Rent
$1,539/mo
Population
88,774
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
9.0%
Community Profile
Bloomington has a median household income of $90,158. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $348,520, with a median rent of $1,539/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 17
- Middle
- 5
- High
- 7
- Other
- 1
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.
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Common questions about schools in Bloomington, Minnesota
How many schools are in Bloomington, Minnesota?
Bloomington has 30 schools, including 26 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bloomington, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bloomington 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 Bloomington, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Bloomington on MySchoolScout is Ridgeview Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bloomington, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bloomington on MySchoolScout is Ridgeview Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Bloomington, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Bloomington on MySchoolScout is New Code Academy Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Bloomington, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Bloomington on MySchoolScout is Jefferson Senior High with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Bloomington, Minnesota?
Bloomington is served by 4 school districts: Bluesky Charter School, Seven Hills Preparatory Academy, Success Academy, Bloomington Public School District.
What is the education level in Bloomington, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Bloomington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bloomington, Minnesota?
The median household income in Bloomington is approximately $90,158 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Bloomington, Minnesota?
Yes, Bloomington has 4 private schools alongside 26 public schools. The top-rated private school is Ramalynn Montessori Academy with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bloomington, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bloomington is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bloomington, 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.