Best Schools in Waverly, Minnesota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Humphrey Elementary
Elementary · Howard Lake-waverly-winsted. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$308,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$308,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waverly
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humphrey Elementary | 4.8 / 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
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $107,500
- Median home value
- $308,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Waverly compares
Median household income
$108k
128% of Minnesota median
About Schools in Waverly, Minnesota
Waverly, Minnesota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Waverly 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 Waverly is Humphrey Elementary with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waverly is served by 1 school district: HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED. These districts collectively serve 1,310 students.
Waverly's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $107,500. The poverty rate in the area is 8.7%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 274 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.8 |
Schools in Waverly
Waverly, Minnesota · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$107,500
Median Home Value
$308,500
Median Rent
$1,227/mo
Population
3,179
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
91%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Community Profile
Waverly has a median household income of $107,500. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $308,500, with a median rent of $1,227/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
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Common questions about schools in Waverly, Minnesota
How many schools are in Waverly, Minnesota?
Waverly has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waverly, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waverly is 4.8 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 Waverly, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Waverly on MySchoolScout is Humphrey Elementary with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Waverly, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Waverly on MySchoolScout is Humphrey Elementary with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Waverly, Minnesota?
Waverly is served by 1 school district: Howard Lake-waverly-winsted.
What is the education level in Waverly, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Waverly have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waverly, Minnesota?
The median household income in Waverly is approximately $107,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waverly, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waverly is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waverly, 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.