Best Schools in Eden Prairie, Minnesota
20 schools · 10 Elementary · 1 Middle · 6 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Eden Prairie?
Use this page to compare every school in Eden Prairie by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Oak Point Elementary
Elementary · Eden Prairie Public School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Agape Christi Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Salem Academy
High. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Eden Prairie for 2026 are Oak Point Elementary (9.0/10), Agape Christi Academy (8.6/10), and Salem Academy (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
20
14 public · 6 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$436,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
20
14 public · 6 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$436,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 9.0/10 despite 36% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 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 Eden Prairie schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Eden Prairie
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (14 of 20). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oak Point Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Agape Christi Academy | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Salem Academy | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Eden Lake Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Prairie View Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Cedar Ridge Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | The International School of Minnesota Llc | 7.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Eden Prairie Senior High | 7.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Central Middle School | 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $126,522
- Median home value
- $436,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 64%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
65% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Eden Prairie compares
Minnesota rank
#26 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$127k
151% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
17
About Schools in Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Eden Prairie's public schools span 14 ranked campuses operating within a single suburban district west of Minneapolis. The city posts an average score of 7.6 out of 10 — a figure that sits above the majority of comparable Minnesota suburbs. More telling is the distribution: 11 of the 14 ranked schools, or 79 percent, score 7 or higher. That floor separates Eden Prairie from cities where a few high-performing schools prop up a weaker majority. Here, the strength is broadly spread.
The elementary tier drives the city's overall standing. Prairie View Elementary tops all 14 ranked campuses with an 8.9 — the highest individual score in the city. Eden Lake Elementary and Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion both score 8.7, giving parents two near-equivalent alternatives just behind the leader. Oak Point Elementary (8.6) and Cedar Ridge Elementary (8.0) complete a top five where even the lowest-ranked entry would be a competitive option in most other districts. The compression at the top is notable: four of the five leading schools fall within three-tenths of a point of each other.
Eagle Heights is worth isolating for families considering language immersion. Its 8.7 score matches Eden Lake outright — parents access a full Spanish dual-language program without giving up any academic standing compared to the district's conventional elementary offerings. For families with young children and multilingual priorities, that combination is genuinely hard to find at this performance level.
For parents comparing Eden Prairie to other Twin Cities suburbs, the 79-percent rate of 7-plus schools is the most useful anchor. Attendance-zone randomness matters less when the floor is this consistent across nearly every campus. Eden Prairie delivers a rare combination: a clearly defined top tier for families who can optimize their home search around school boundaries, and a reliable baseline for those who can't. Families prioritizing elementary placement will find competitive options across multiple zones rather than concentrating their search around a single high-demand school.
Elementary Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 632 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 607 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 | ||
| 3 | 614 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 4 | 734 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 5 | 490 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 6 | 180 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 7 | 544 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 2 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 6 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 2 students · Pre-K–TK | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,891 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,799 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 | ||
| 2 | 57 students · 12th–12th | 6.4 | ||
| 3 | 378 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 | ||
| 4 | 61 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 | ||
| 5 | 269 students · 6th–12th | 4.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Salem AcademyPrivate 62 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 146 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.0 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Agape Christi AcademyPrivate 102 students · Pre-K–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 118 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Eden Prairie
Eden Prairie, Minnesota · 20 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$126,522
Median Home Value
$436,200
Median Rent
$1,856/mo
Population
63,249
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Community Profile
Eden Prairie has a median household income of $126,522. 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 $436,200, with a median rent of $1,856/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 6
- Other
- 3
Resources
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Minnesota
Top metros statewide by school count.
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 Eden Prairie, Minnesota
How many schools are in Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
Eden Prairie has 20 schools, including 14 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Eden Prairie is 7.1 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 Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Eden Prairie on MySchoolScout is Oak Point Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Eden Prairie on MySchoolScout is Oak Point Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Eden Prairie on MySchoolScout is Central Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Eden Prairie on MySchoolScout is Salem Academy with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
Eden Prairie is served by 3 school districts: Intermediate School District 287, Pim Arts High School, Eden Prairie Public School District.
What is the education level in Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 64% of adults in Eden Prairie have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
The median household income in Eden Prairie is approximately $126,522 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
Yes, Eden Prairie has 6 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Agape Christi Academy with a score of 8.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Eden Prairie, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Eden Prairie is 9.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Eden Prairie, 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.