Best Schools in Cedar, Minnesota
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Cedar by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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East Bethel Elementary School
Elementary · St. Francis Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Cedar Creek Elementary School
Elementary · St. Francis Area Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$380,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$380,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cedar
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Bethel Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Cedar Creek Elementary School | 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $126,957
- Median home value
- $380,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 95%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cedar compares
Minnesota rank
#109 of 231
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Minnesota avg (6.3)
Median household income
$127k
151% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
4
St. Francis Area Schools runs Cedar's public schools
3 public schools. St. Francis Area Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Cedar is a St. Francis Area Schools school (3 of 3).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.5 to 6.5 — the spread is inside Cedar, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Cedar, Minnesota
Cedar, Minnesota is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Cedar 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 Cedar is Ecse@ ISD 15 Lifelong Learning with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cedar is served by 1 school district: St. Francis Area Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,236 students.
Cedar's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $126,957. The poverty rate in the area is 2.2%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 478 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 663 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 104 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 129 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Cedar
Cedar, Minnesota · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$126,957
Median Home Value
$380,000
Median Rent
$1,932/mo
Population
11,025
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
95%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Community Profile
Cedar has a median household income of $126,957. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $380,000, with a median rent of $1,932/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 2
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Cedar, Minnesota
How many schools are in Cedar, Minnesota?
Cedar has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cedar, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cedar is 6.3 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 Cedar, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Cedar on MySchoolScout is East Bethel Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cedar, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cedar on MySchoolScout is East Bethel Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Cedar, Minnesota?
Cedar is served by 1 school district: St. Francis Area Schools.
What is the education level in Cedar, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Cedar have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cedar, Minnesota?
The median household income in Cedar is approximately $126,957 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Cedar, Minnesota?
Yes, Cedar has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Immaculate Heart of Mary Academy with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cedar, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cedar is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cedar, 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.