Best Schools in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Sleepy Eye by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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St Mary's Catholic School K-12
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sleepy Eye Sec.
High · Sleepy Eye Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sleepy Eye Elementary
Elementary · Sleepy Eye Public 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 Sleepy Eye for 2026 are St Mary's Catholic School K-12 (7.0/10), Sleepy Eye Sec. (6.9/10), and Sleepy Eye Elementary (4.2/10), 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
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$162,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$162,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sleepy Eye
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Mary's Catholic School K-12 | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Sleepy Eye Sec. | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Sleepy Eye Elementary | 4.2 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $70,429
- Median home value
- $162,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sleepy Eye compares
Minnesota rank
#139 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$70k
84% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
Sleepy Eye, Minnesota is home to 4 schools, including 2 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Sleepy Eye 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 Sleepy Eye is St Mary's Catholic School K-12 with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sleepy Eye is served by 1 school district: SLEEPY EYE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 596 students.
Sleepy Eye's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,429. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.
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 | 349 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grace Lutheran School
Private
11 students · 1st–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 247 students · 7th–12th | 6.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Mary's Catholic School K-12
Private
261 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Sleepy Eye
Sleepy Eye, Minnesota · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,429
Median Home Value
$162,100
Median Rent
$751/mo
Population
5,013
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Sleepy Eye has a median household income of $70,429. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,100, with a median rent of $751/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Minnesota
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota
How many schools are in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
Sleepy Eye has 4 schools, including 2 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sleepy Eye is 6.0 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 Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Sleepy Eye on MySchoolScout is St Mary's Catholic School K-12 with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sleepy Eye on MySchoolScout is Sleepy Eye Elementary with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Sleepy Eye on MySchoolScout is Sleepy Eye Sec. with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
Sleepy Eye is served by 1 school district: Sleepy Eye Public School District.
What is the education level in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Sleepy Eye have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
The median household income in Sleepy Eye is approximately $70,429 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
Yes, Sleepy Eye has 2 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary's Catholic School K-12 with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sleepy Eye is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sleepy Eye, 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.