Best Schools in Woodbury, Minnesota
21 schools · 12 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Woodbury?
Use this page to compare every school in Woodbury by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Liberty Ridge Elementary
Elementary · South Washington County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Brookview Elementary
Elementary · Stillwater Area Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Royal Oaks Elementary
Elementary · South Washington County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Woodbury for 2026 are Liberty Ridge Elementary (8.3/10), Brookview Elementary (7.8/10), and Royal Oaks Elementary (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 17 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
21
17 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$457,200
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
21
17 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$457,200
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Rates 8.3/10 despite 17% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Woodbury schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Woodbury
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (17 of 21). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liberty Ridge Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Brookview Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Royal Oaks Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Math and Science Academy | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Valley Crossing Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 6 | New Life Academy | 7.2 / 10 |
| 7 | East Ridge High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Woodbury High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Lake Middle School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Middleton Elementary | 5.9 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $135,315
- Median home value
- $457,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 64%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Woodbury compares
Minnesota rank
#107 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$135k
161% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
18
About Schools in Woodbury, Minnesota
Woodbury's public school landscape is substantial for a suburban city, with 16 ranked schools covering elementary through secondary grades. The system averages 6.7 out of 10 across all ranked schools — a solid baseline that reflects consistent performance rather than a wide split between strong and weak options. Families researching this market will find more quality concentration than in many comparable cities.
The standout fact: 44% of Woodbury's ranked schools score 7 or higher, meaning nearly half the city's options clear a threshold that signals genuine academic strength. That ratio gives parents real choices rather than one outlier pulling up an otherwise thin field. Royal Oaks Elementary leads the city at 8.7 out of 10, the highest mark among all ranked schools. Aris and Brookview Elementary both score 8.0, while Woodbury Elementary and Liberty Ridge Elementary come in at 7.8 and 7.6, respectively. Four of the city's top five are elementary schools, which matters most for families with younger children or those making a long-horizon enrollment decision.
The elementary tier is where Woodbury performs strongest. Five elementary schools appear in the top rankings, and three of them score 8.0 or above. Parents entering the system at kindergarten have multiple high-performing options within the city, reducing the geographic pressure that affects school selection in less concentrated markets. The presence of Aris — classified as an "other" school type at 8.0 — also signals some program diversity beyond the traditional district elementary model.
For parents comparing Woodbury against neighboring suburbs, the 6.7 average and 44% above-7 rate are the numbers to benchmark. They point to a city where above-average schools are common rather than rare. Families prioritizing elementary performance will find the strongest concentration at Royal Oaks, Brookview, and Woodbury Elementary. Those open to alternative programming should look at Aris alongside the traditional options. The practical takeaway: Woodbury gives parents more credible choices per square mile than most suburban markets at this size.
Elementary Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 804 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 570 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 3 | 473 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 727 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 | ||
| 5 | 583 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 | ||
| 6 | 626 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 7 | 655 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 8 | 462 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.0 | ||
| 9 | 749 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.6 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 610 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.4 | ||
Show all 12 elementary schools in Woodbury
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,160 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 510 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 3 | 1,098 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 663 students · 6th–12th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 2,042 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 1,948 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 4 | 41 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.5 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | New Life Academy
Private
640 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.2 | ||
Schools in Woodbury
Woodbury, Minnesota · 21 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$135,315
Median Home Value
$457,200
Median Rent
$1,847/mo
Population
76,945
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
Woodbury has a median household income of $135,315. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $457,200, with a median rent of $1,847/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 12
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 4
- Other
- 2
Resources
School Districts (6)
MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY
1 school · 663 students
Woodbury Leadership Academy
1 school · 749 students
NORTHEAST METRO 916
15 schools · 830 students
South Washington County Schools
29 schools · 19,360 students
Saint Paul Public Schools
102 schools · 32,145 students
Stillwater Area Public Schools
16 schools · 8,368 students
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Minnesota
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Woodbury, Minnesota
How many schools are in Woodbury, Minnesota?
Woodbury has 21 schools, including 17 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Woodbury, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Woodbury 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 Woodbury, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Woodbury on MySchoolScout is Liberty Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Woodbury, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Woodbury on MySchoolScout is Liberty Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Woodbury, Minnesota?
The top-ranked middle school in Woodbury on MySchoolScout is Lake Middle School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Woodbury, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Woodbury on MySchoolScout is Math and Science Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Woodbury, Minnesota?
Woodbury is served by 6 school districts: Math and Science Academy, Woodbury Leadership Academy, Northeast Metro 916, South Washington County Schools, Saint Paul Public Schools, Stillwater Area Public Schools.
What is the education level in Woodbury, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 64% of adults in Woodbury have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Woodbury, Minnesota?
The median household income in Woodbury is approximately $135,315 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Woodbury, Minnesota?
Yes, Woodbury has 4 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is New Life Academy with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Woodbury, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Woodbury is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Woodbury, 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.