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Best Schools in Chanhassen, Minnesota

6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 4
Private: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10
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Choosing a school in Chanhassen?

Use this page to compare every school in Chanhassen 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.

Chanhassen Elementary

8.7/10

Elementary · Eastern Carver County Public School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Bluff Creek Elementary

7.1/10

Elementary · Eastern Carver County Public School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Chanhassen High School

5.8/10

High · Eastern Carver County Public School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Chanhassen for 2026 are Chanhassen Elementary (8.7/10), Bluff Creek Elementary (7.1/10), and Chanhassen High School (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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

6

4 public · 2 private

Avg Score

6.6

out of 10

Median Home

$505,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Chanhassen

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Chanhassen Elementary 8.7 / 10
2 Bluff Creek Elementary 7.1 / 10
3 Chanhassen High School 5.8 / 10
4 Chapel Hill Academy 5.8 / 10
5 St Hubert Catholic School 5.6 / 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
6.6/10

40% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$133,573

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$505,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
64%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
22 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
83%

Of occupied housing units

How Chanhassen compares

Minnesota rank

#54 of 229

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Minnesota avg (6.2)

Median household income

$134k

159% of Minnesota median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Chanhassen, Minnesota

Chanhassen, Minnesota is home to 6 schools, including 4 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Chanhassen 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 Chanhassen is Chanhassen Elementary with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Chanhassen is served by 1 school district: EASTERN CARVER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL. These districts collectively serve 9,254 students.

Chanhassen's community shows 64% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $133,573. The poverty rate in the area is 3.2%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 55317 (6)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1 431 students · Kindergarten–5th 8.7
2 479 students · Kindergarten–5th 7.1
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 395 students · Pre-K–8th 5.8
2 589 students · Pre-K–8th 5.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 1,383 students · 9th–12th 5.8

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 5 students · Kindergarten–12th

Schools in Chanhassen

Chanhassen, Minnesota · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$133,573

Median Home Value

$505,300

Median Rent

$1,763/mo

Population

22,373

College Educated

64%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Community Profile

Chanhassen has a median household income of $133,573. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $505,300, with a median rent of $1,763/month. The local poverty rate of 3.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Chanhassen, Minnesota

How many schools are in Chanhassen, Minnesota?

Chanhassen has 6 schools, including 4 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Chanhassen, Minnesota?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Chanhassen is 6.6 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 Chanhassen, Minnesota?

The top-ranked school in Chanhassen on MySchoolScout is Chanhassen Elementary with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Chanhassen, Minnesota?

The top-ranked elementary school in Chanhassen on MySchoolScout is Chanhassen Elementary with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best high school in Chanhassen, Minnesota?

The top-ranked high school in Chanhassen on MySchoolScout is Chanhassen High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Chanhassen, Minnesota?

Chanhassen is served by 1 school district: Eastern Carver County Public School.

What is the education level in Chanhassen, Minnesota?

According to Census data, 64% of adults in Chanhassen have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Chanhassen, Minnesota?

The median household income in Chanhassen is approximately $133,573 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Chanhassen, Minnesota?

Yes, Chanhassen has 2 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Chapel Hill Academy with a score of 5.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Chanhassen, Minnesota?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Chanhassen is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Chanhassen, 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.