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6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Redwood Falls, Minnesota

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
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Choosing a school in Redwood Falls?

Use this page to compare every school in Redwood Falls by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Reede Gray Elementary

7.3/10

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

St John Lutheran School

6.5/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Redwood Valley Middle

6.2/10

Middle · Redwood Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Redwood Falls for 2026 are Reede Gray Elementary (7.3/10), St John Lutheran School (6.5/10), and Redwood Valley Middle (6.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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

4

3 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.5

out of 10

Median Home

$177,200

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Redwood Falls

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Reede Gray Elementary 7.3 / 10
2 St John Lutheran School 6.5 / 10
3 Redwood Valley Middle 6.2 / 10
4 Redwood Valley Senior High 5.8 / 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
6.5/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$66,548

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$177,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
24%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
13 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
75%

Of occupied housing units

How Redwood Falls compares

Minnesota rank

#75 of 229

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Minnesota avg (6.2)

Median household income

$67k

79% of Minnesota median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Redwood Falls, Minnesota

Redwood Falls, Minnesota is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Redwood Falls 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 Redwood Falls is Reede Gray Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Redwood Falls is served by 1 school district: REDWOOD AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,132 students.

Redwood Falls's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,548. The poverty rate in the area is 12.7%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 56283 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 445 students · Pre-K–4th 7.3
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 119 students · Pre-K–8th 6.5

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 312 students · 5th–8th 6.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 375 students · 9th–12th 5.8

Schools in Redwood Falls

Redwood Falls, Minnesota · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$66,548

Median Home Value

$177,200

Median Rent

$823/mo

Population

6,469

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

13 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Community Profile

Redwood Falls has a median household income of $66,548. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $177,200, with a median rent of $823/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 13 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Redwood Falls, Minnesota

How many schools are in Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

Redwood Falls has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Redwood Falls is 6.5 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 Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

The top-ranked school in Redwood Falls on MySchoolScout is Reede Gray Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

The top-ranked elementary school in Redwood Falls on MySchoolScout is Reede Gray Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

The top-ranked middle school in Redwood Falls on MySchoolScout is Redwood Valley Middle with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What is the best high school in Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

The top-ranked high school in Redwood Falls on MySchoolScout is Redwood Valley Senior High with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

Redwood Falls is served by 1 school district: Redwood Area School District.

What is the education level in Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Redwood Falls have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

The median household income in Redwood Falls is approximately $66,548 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

Yes, Redwood Falls has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is St John Lutheran School with a score of 6.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Redwood Falls, Minnesota?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Redwood Falls is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Redwood Falls, 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.