Best Schools in Tower, Minnesota
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Tower by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Tower-soudan Elementary
Elementary · St. Louis County School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Vermilion Country School
High · Vermilion Country School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$297,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$297,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tower
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 | Tower-soudan Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Vermilion Country School | 6.1 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $74,732
- Median home value
- $297,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tower compares
Median household income
$75k
89% of Minnesota median
About Schools in Tower, Minnesota
Tower, 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 7.0 out of 10, schools in Tower 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 Tower is Tower-soudan Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tower is served by 2 school districts: ST. LOUIS COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, Vermilion Country School. These districts collectively serve 1,999 students.
Tower's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,732. The poverty rate in the area is 9.6%.
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 | 89 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 52 students · 7th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Tower
Tower, Minnesota · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,732
Median Home Value
$297,900
Median Rent
$630/mo
Population
1,933
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Community Profile
Tower has a median household income of $74,732. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $297,900, with a median rent of $630/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Tower, Minnesota
How many schools are in Tower, Minnesota?
Tower has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tower, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tower is 7.0 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 Tower, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Tower on MySchoolScout is Tower-soudan Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tower, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tower on MySchoolScout is Tower-soudan Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Tower, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Tower on MySchoolScout is Vermilion Country School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Tower, Minnesota?
Tower is served by 2 school districts: St. Louis County School District, Vermilion Country School.
What is the education level in Tower, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Tower have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tower, Minnesota?
The median household income in Tower is approximately $74,732 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tower, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tower is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tower, 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.