Best Schools in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Cottage Grove by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Granite Ridge School
Elementary · Monona Grove School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Glacial Drumlin School
Middle · Monona Grove School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cottage Grove Elementary
Elementary · Monona Grove School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cottage Grove for 2026 are Granite Ridge School (8.5/10), Glacial Drumlin School (5.9/10), and Cottage Grove Elementary (5.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$402,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$402,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cottage Grove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Granite Ridge School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Glacial Drumlin School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Cottage Grove Elementary | 5.3 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $119,808
- Median home value
- $402,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 48%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cottage Grove compares
Wisconsin rank
#133 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$120k
153% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin
Cottage Grove, Wisconsin is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove is Granite Ridge School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cottage Grove is served by 1 school district: Monona Grove School District. These districts collectively serve 3,696 students.
Cottage Grove's community shows 48% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $119,808. The poverty rate in the area is 2.6%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 477 students · 3rd–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 279 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.3 |
| 3 | 305 students · 1st–2nd | 5.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 763 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
Schools in Cottage Grove
Cottage Grove, Wisconsin · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$119,808
Median Home Value
$402,500
Median Rent
$1,531/mo
Population
11,515
College Educated
48%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Community Profile
Cottage Grove has a median household income of $119,808. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $402,500, with a median rent of $1,531/month. The local poverty rate of 2.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
Cottage Grove has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cottage Grove is 6.8 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 Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Cottage Grove on MySchoolScout is Granite Ridge School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cottage Grove on MySchoolScout is Granite Ridge School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in Cottage Grove on MySchoolScout is Glacial Drumlin School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
Cottage Grove is served by 1 school district: Monona Grove School District.
What is the education level in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 48% of adults in Cottage Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Cottage Grove is approximately $119,808 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cottage Grove is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin?
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, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.