South Washington County Schools School District
School District · Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
28
16 elem, 4 mid, 7 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,992
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
28
16 elem, 4 mid, 7 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,992
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
How this district compares
Minnesota rank
#195 of 386
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Minnesota avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,992
$616 vs Minnesota median
District size
19,360 students
Much larger than Minnesota median
About South Washington County Schools
South Washington County Schools is a Cottage Grove, Minnesota school district serving 28 schools. The district educates 19,360 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.9:1. The district invests $13,992 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.2/10, South Washington County Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Newport Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, South Washington County Schools students show an average math proficiency of 55.4% and ELA proficiency of 59.3%.
The district includes 16 elementary schools , 4 middle schools , and 7 high schools.
District Map
Schools in South Washington County Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Washington County Schools with test data.
Schools in South Washington County Schools
28 schools Elementary Schools 16
Middle Schools 4
High Schools 7
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Minnesota
- City
- Cottage Grove
- Total Enrollment
- 19,360
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1,143
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Washington County Schools?
South Washington County Schools has 28 schools in total — 16 elementary, 4 middle, and 7 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South Washington County Schools?
The average composite rating for South Washington County Schools is 6.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Washington County Schools?
South Washington County Schools spends $13,992 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Washington County Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Washington County Schools is 16.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Washington County Schools?
Newport Elementary is the highest-rated school in South Washington County Schools with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in South Washington County Schools?
Across schools in South Washington County Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 55.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 59.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Washington County Schools compare to other districts in Minnesota?
South Washington County Schools has an average school rating of 6.2/10 across 28 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Minnesota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 55.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 59.3%
Resources
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.
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- Wayzata Public School District (21)
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- Lakeville Area Schools (20)
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- Centennial Public School District (18)
- Southwest Metro Intermediate 288 (17)
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.
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