Needs Improvement
#1892 of 1,992 schools in MN
Orono Discovery Center
School · ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
5050 INDEPENDENCE ST, Maple Plain, MN 55359
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
30
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
30
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,892 of 1,992
In district
#5 of 5
ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Orono Discovery Center
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About Orono Discovery Center
Orono Discovery Center is a public school in Maple Plain, MN, part of ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Orono Discovery Center serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K. Orono Discovery Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,892 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Orono Discovery Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Orono Discovery Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Orono Discovery Center Compares
See how Orono Discovery Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
5050 INDEPENDENCE ST, Maple Plain, MN 55359
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orono Discovery Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. ORONO INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Long Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Mound), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Mound), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maple Plain, see our Maple Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westonka Sp Ed ECFE Minnetrista | 3.8 mi | 4.0 |
| MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL Minnetrista | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Transition Plus Minnetrista | 3.9 mi | — |
| ORONO SENIOR HIGH Long Lake | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| SCHUMANN ELEMENTARY Long Lake | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HILLTOP PRIMARY SCHOOL Minnetrista | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ORONO INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY Long Lake | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| ORONO MIDDLE Long Lake | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| GRANDVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Mound | 4.6 mi | 8.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL Mound | 5.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SHIRLEY HILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Mound | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Long Lake | 3.8 mi | — |
| ROCKFORD SECONDARY Rockford | 6.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet Rockford | 6.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MINNEWASHTA ELEMENTARY Excelsior | 7.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ROCKFORD MIDDLE Rockford | 7.0 mi | 5.6 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield | 8.3 mi | 6.1 |
| DELANO ELEMENTARY Delano | 6.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Delano High School Delano | 6.6 mi | 7.4 |
| REDEEMER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayzata | 6.7 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55359 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,508
Median Home Value
$573,700
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
7,068
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
84.6%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
42.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orono Discovery Center
What grades does Orono Discovery Center serve?
Orono Discovery Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Orono Discovery Center?
Orono Discovery Center has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
How does Orono Discovery Center rank in MN?
Orono Discovery Center ranks #1,892 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Orono Discovery Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Orono Discovery Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Orono Discovery Center a charter school?
No, Orono Discovery Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orono Discovery Center a Title I school?
No, Orono Discovery Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orono Discovery Center?
10.0% of students at Orono Discovery Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (952) 746-5895
Resources & Links
District
ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,946
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,963
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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