Best Schools in Lake Elmo, Minnesota
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle
Choosing a school in Lake Elmo?
Use this page to compare every school in Lake Elmo 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.
Lake Elmo Elementary
Elementary · Stillwater Area Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Oak-land Middle School
Middle · Stillwater Area Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pankalo Education Center
Elementary · Northeast Metro 916. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lake Elmo for 2026 are Lake Elmo Elementary (5.9/10), Oak-land Middle School (5.3/10), and Pankalo Education Center (5.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$594,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$594,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lake Elmo
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Elmo Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Oak-land Middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Pankalo Education Center | 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $154,779
- Median home value
- $594,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 62%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Elmo compares
Minnesota rank
#206 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$155k
184% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Lake Elmo, Minnesota
Lake Elmo, Minnesota is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Lake Elmo 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 Lake Elmo is Lake Elmo Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Elmo is served by 2 school districts: NORTHEAST METRO 916, Stillwater Area Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 9,198 students.
Lake Elmo's community shows 62% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $154,779. The poverty rate in the area is 4.1%.
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 | 626 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 94 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 935 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
Schools in Lake Elmo
Lake Elmo, Minnesota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$154,779
Median Home Value
$594,000
Median Rent
$2,204/mo
Population
13,156
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Community Profile
Lake Elmo has a median household income of $154,779. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $594,000, with a median rent of $2,204/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% 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
- 2
- Middle
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lake Elmo, Minnesota
How many schools are in Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
Lake Elmo has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Elmo is 5.4 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 Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Lake Elmo on MySchoolScout is Lake Elmo Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lake Elmo on MySchoolScout is Lake Elmo Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Lake Elmo on MySchoolScout is Oak-land Middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
Lake Elmo is served by 2 school districts: Northeast Metro 916, Stillwater Area Public Schools.
What is the education level in Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 62% of adults in Lake Elmo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
The median household income in Lake Elmo is approximately $154,779 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Elmo is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Elmo, 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.