Best Schools in Kasson, Minnesota
7 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Kasson?
Use this page to compare every school in Kasson 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.
Kasson-Mantorville Elementary
Elementary · Kasson-Mantorville School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Zumbro Area Learning Center
High · Zumbro Education District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Zumbro Ed. Dist. Futures/choice
Other · Zumbro Education District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Kasson for 2026 are Kasson-Mantorville Elementary (7.0/10), Zumbro Area Learning Center (5.6/10), and Zumbro Ed. Dist. Futures/choice (5.3/10), 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$269,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$269,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Kasson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kasson-Mantorville Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Zumbro Area Learning Center | 5.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Zumbro Ed. Dist. Futures/choice | 5.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Kasson-Mantorville Senior High | 5.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Kasson-Mantorville Middle School | 5.0 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $90,673
- Median home value
- $269,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Kasson compares
Minnesota rank
#172 of 231
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Minnesota avg (6.3)
Median household income
$91k
108% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
6
Kasson's public schools split across 2 districts
No single ISD owns Kasson. The public campuses divide among 2 districts.
The largest shares: Zumbro Education District (4), Kasson-Mantorville School District (3).
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 7.0 — the spread is inside Kasson, not a citywide average.
- Zumbro Education District4 public · 57%
- Kasson-Mantorville School District3 public · 43%
About Schools in Kasson, Minnesota
Kasson, Minnesota is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Kasson 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 Kasson is Zumbro Education District with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kasson is served by 2 school districts: ZUMBRO EDUCATION DISTRICT, KASSON-MANTORVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,340 students.
Kasson's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,673. The poverty rate in the area is 2.7%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 796 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 693 students · 5th–8th | 5.0 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 69 students · 6th–12th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 672 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
| 3 | 18 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 57 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 7.5 |
| 2 | 35 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Kasson
Kasson, Minnesota · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,673
Median Home Value
$269,600
Median Rent
$1,080/mo
Population
8,048
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
91%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Community Profile
Kasson has a median household income of $90,673. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $269,600, with a median rent of $1,080/month. The local poverty rate of 2.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Kasson, Minnesota
How many schools are in Kasson, Minnesota?
Kasson has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kasson, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kasson is 5.9 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 Kasson, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Kasson on MySchoolScout is Kasson-Mantorville Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kasson, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kasson on MySchoolScout is Kasson-Mantorville Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Kasson, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Kasson on MySchoolScout is Kasson-Mantorville Middle School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Kasson, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Kasson on MySchoolScout is Zumbro Area Learning Center with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Kasson, Minnesota?
Kasson is served by 2 school districts: Zumbro Education District, Kasson-Mantorville School District.
What is the education level in Kasson, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Kasson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kasson, Minnesota?
The median household income in Kasson is approximately $90,673 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kasson, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kasson is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kasson, 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.