Best Schools in Silver Bay, Minnesota
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Silver Bay by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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William Kelley Elementary
Elementary · Lake Superior Public School Dist.. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wm. M. Kelley Secondary
High · Lake Superior Public School Dist.. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$172,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$172,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Silver Bay
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | William Kelley Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Wm. M. Kelley Secondary | 6.9 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $74,313
- Median home value
- $172,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Silver Bay compares
Median household income
$74k
89% of Minnesota median
About Schools in Silver Bay, Minnesota
Silver Bay, Minnesota is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Silver Bay perform strongly 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 Silver Bay is William Kelley Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Silver Bay is served by 1 school district: LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.. These districts collectively serve 1,300 students.
Silver Bay's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,313. The poverty rate in the area is 9.4%.
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 | 137 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 206 students · 6th–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Silver Bay
Silver Bay, Minnesota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,313
Median Home Value
$172,900
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
2,450
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
85%
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Community Profile
Silver Bay has a median household income of $74,313. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $172,900, with a median rent of $1,035/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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 Silver Bay, Minnesota
How many schools are in Silver Bay, Minnesota?
Silver Bay has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Silver Bay, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Silver Bay is 7.3 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 Silver Bay, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Silver Bay on MySchoolScout is William Kelley Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Silver Bay, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Silver Bay on MySchoolScout is William Kelley Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Silver Bay, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Silver Bay on MySchoolScout is Wm. M. Kelley Secondary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Silver Bay, Minnesota?
Silver Bay is served by 1 school district: Lake Superior Public School Dist..
What is the education level in Silver Bay, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Silver Bay have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Silver Bay, Minnesota?
The median household income in Silver Bay is approximately $74,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Silver Bay, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Silver Bay is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Silver Bay, 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.