Best Schools in Owatonna, Minnesota
14 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Owatonna by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Owatonna Senior High
High · Owatonna Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Washington Elementary
Elementary · Owatonna Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Marys School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Owatonna for 2026 are Owatonna Senior High (6.9/10), Washington Elementary (6.8/10), and St Marys School (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
14
12 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$239,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
14
12 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$239,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 6.8/10 despite 44% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.1 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 Owatonna schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Owatonna
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Owatonna Senior High | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Washington Elementary | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | St Marys School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Owatonna Alc 9-12 | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Lincoln Elementary | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Wilson Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Owatonna Christian School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Mckinley Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Choice Technical Academy | 5.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Owatonna Middle School | 5.2 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $83,848
- Median home value
- $239,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Owatonna compares
Minnesota rank
#171 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$84k
100% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
13
About Schools in Owatonna, Minnesota
Owatonna, Minnesota is home to 14 schools, including 12 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Owatonna 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 Owatonna is Owatonna Senior High with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Owatonna is served by 2 school districts: TECHNICAL ACADEMIES OF MINNESOTA, OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 5,113 students.
Owatonna's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,848. The poverty rate in the area is 7.9%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 484 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 609 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 | ||
| 3 | 58 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 | ||
| 4 | 560 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 5 | 483 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Marys School
Private
270 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,015 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 2 | 29 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,494 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 90 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
| 3 | 44 students · 7th–12th | 5.2 |
| 4 | 66 students · 9th–12th | 2.1 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 107 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Owatonna Christian School
Private
94 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.0 | ||
Schools in Owatonna
Owatonna, Minnesota · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,848
Median Home Value
$239,300
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Population
29,601
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Community Profile
Owatonna has a median household income of $83,848. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $239,300, with a median rent of $1,018/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Owatonna, Minnesota
How many schools are in Owatonna, Minnesota?
Owatonna has 14 schools, including 12 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Owatonna, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Owatonna is 5.8 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 Owatonna, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Owatonna on MySchoolScout is Owatonna Senior High with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Owatonna, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Owatonna on MySchoolScout is Washington Elementary with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Owatonna, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Owatonna on MySchoolScout is Owatonna Middle School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best high school in Owatonna, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Owatonna on MySchoolScout is Owatonna Senior High with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Owatonna, Minnesota?
Owatonna is served by 2 school districts: Technical Academies of Minnesota, Owatonna Public School District.
What is the education level in Owatonna, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Owatonna have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Owatonna, Minnesota?
The median household income in Owatonna is approximately $83,848 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Owatonna, Minnesota?
Yes, Owatonna has 2 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Marys School with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Owatonna, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Owatonna is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Owatonna, 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.