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7.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Cleveland, Minnesota

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.9/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Cleveland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Cleveland Elementary

8.8/10

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

Cleveland Secondary

7.0/10

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

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

7.9

out of 10

Median Home

$305,600

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Cleveland

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Cleveland Elementary 8.8 / 10
2 Cleveland Secondary 7.0 / 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
7.9/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$94,250

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$305,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
28%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
29 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
83%

Of occupied housing units

How Cleveland compares

Median household income

$94k

112% of Minnesota median

About Schools in Cleveland, Minnesota

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

With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Cleveland perform strongly 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 Cleveland is Cleveland Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Cleveland is served by 1 school district: CLEVELAND PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 637 students.

Cleveland's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,250. 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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 362 students · Pre-K–6th 8.8

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 275 students · 7th–12th 7.0

Schools in Cleveland

Cleveland, Minnesota · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$94,250

Median Home Value

$305,600

Median Rent

$858/mo

Population

1,757

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Community Profile

Cleveland has a median household income of $94,250. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $305,600, with a median rent of $858/month. The local poverty rate of 3.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Cleveland, Minnesota

How many schools are in Cleveland, Minnesota?

Cleveland has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Cleveland, Minnesota?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cleveland is 7.9 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 Cleveland, Minnesota?

The top-ranked school in Cleveland on MySchoolScout is Cleveland Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Cleveland, Minnesota?

The top-ranked elementary school in Cleveland on MySchoolScout is Cleveland Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best high school in Cleveland, Minnesota?

The top-ranked high school in Cleveland on MySchoolScout is Cleveland Secondary with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Cleveland, Minnesota?

Cleveland is served by 1 school district: Cleveland Public School District.

What is the education level in Cleveland, Minnesota?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Cleveland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Cleveland, Minnesota?

The median household income in Cleveland is approximately $94,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cleveland is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cleveland, 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.