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6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Wheaton, Minnesota

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Wheaton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Wheaton Secondary

6.6/10

High · Wheaton Area Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Pearson Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary · Wheaton Area Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.3

out of 10

Median Home

$98,600

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Wheaton

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 Wheaton Secondary 6.6 / 10
2 Pearson Elementary 6.1 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.3/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$57,051

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$98,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
15 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
81%

Of occupied housing units

How Wheaton compares

Median household income

$57k

68% of Minnesota median

About Schools in Wheaton, Minnesota

Wheaton, 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 6.3 out of 10, schools in Wheaton 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 Wheaton is Wheaton Secondary with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Wheaton is served by 1 school district: WHEATON AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 368 students.

Wheaton's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,051. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 56296 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 179 students · Pre-K–5th 6.1

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 189 students · 6th–12th 6.6

Schools in Wheaton

Wheaton, Minnesota · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$57,051

Median Home Value

$98,600

Median Rent

$583/mo

Population

1,861

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

15 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Community Profile

Wheaton has a median household income of $57,051. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $98,600, with a median rent of $583/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 15 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Wheaton, Minnesota

How many schools are in Wheaton, Minnesota?

Wheaton has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Wheaton, Minnesota?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wheaton is 6.3 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 Wheaton, Minnesota?

The top-ranked school in Wheaton on MySchoolScout is Wheaton Secondary with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Wheaton, Minnesota?

The top-ranked elementary school in Wheaton on MySchoolScout is Pearson Elementary with a composite score of 6.1/10.

What is the best high school in Wheaton, Minnesota?

The top-ranked high school in Wheaton on MySchoolScout is Wheaton Secondary with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Wheaton, Minnesota?

Wheaton is served by 1 school district: Wheaton Area Public School District.

What is the education level in Wheaton, Minnesota?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Wheaton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Wheaton, Minnesota?

The median household income in Wheaton is approximately $57,051 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Wheaton, Minnesota?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wheaton is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wheaton, 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.