5.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Waverly, Minnesota

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.0/10
Median household income: $107,500
Median home value: $308,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Avg commute: 36 min
Owner-occupied homes: 91%

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 5.0 out of 10, schools in Waverly show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Waverly is Humphrey Elementary with a composite score of 5.0/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY 274 students · Pre-K–4th	274	Pre-K–4th	5.0

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.

Quick Facts

State: Minnesota
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.0/10

Resources

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School District

HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED

7 schools · 1,310 students

Nearby Cities

Montrose (1 school)

3 mi

Howard Lake (8 schools)

5 mi

Winsted (3 schools)

8 mi

Watertown (5 schools)

9 mi

Buffalo (15 schools)

10 mi

Maple Lake (3 schools)

11 mi

Lester Prairie (2 schools)

Annandale (4 schools)

Young America (1 school)

20 mi

Monticello (20 schools)

18 mi

Other Major Cities in Minnesota

Top metros statewide by school count.

Saint Paul 169 schools Minneapolis 165 schools Rochester 62 schools Duluth 40 schools Shakopee 31 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 5.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 5.0/10.

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 5.0/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.