2020 Elementary Schools with the Best Teachers in the Minneapolis-St. Paul AreaAbout this List

Minnewashta Elementary School

• Minnetonka Public School District, MN
• K-5
• 4 reviews

Alum: The teachers are great and the education is awesome here! Most of the students are really nice and friendly.
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• A+

• A+

• 886 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Scenic Heights Elementary School

• Minnetonka Public School District, MN
• K-5
• 6 reviews

Parent: We have absolutely enjoyed our time at Scenic Heights Elementary! So many amazing teachers and staff not to mention a truly dedicated administration. I feel like my children were viewed as individuals and there were plenty of educational and extracurricular activities. They focus on the whole child!
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• A+

• A+

• 864 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Groveland Elementary School

• Minnetonka Public School District, MN
• K-5
• 4 reviews

Parent: We have had two children go through Groveland Elementary, and can't say enough wonderful things about our experience. My kids both have felt cared for (academically and emotionally), and as a parent I've always felt like the school and teachers have my children's best interests in mind. We've been particularly impressed with (given the school size and class sizes) how individualized each of our children's experiences have been. Whether a student needs extra help in a particular area -or- needs more of a challenge in a given subject, Groveland has always found a "just right" solution for both of my kids.
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• A+

• A+

• 844 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Aspen Academy

• Public School
• Savage, MN
• K-8
• 2 reviews

Parent: In a community where classrooms run a ratio of 28-30:1, Aspen is a breath of fresh air. The school well prepares kids for rigorous academic learning. My husband and I joke that we are getting a school on par with the best private schools in the area for FREE. A recent addition has also expanded the space, and the new building and technology is FANTASTIC, especially when living in a district that can't pass a referendum to make their schools better. Aspen really is getting the best of Prior Lake and Savage schools in one place!
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• A

• A+

• 482 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Twin Cities German Immersion School

• Public School
• Saint Paul, MN
• K-8
• 1 review

Middle School Student: I am a student in 6th grade as I'm writing this and I recommend this school but I would start early so if your coming here at my age knowing no german than thats may be a bad idea because it a new language were fluent in and you wouldn't know one word. If you like a Waldorf style of school this is probably not the school for you as here we do do tests and focus on academics but do events as in service learning, which I'm in, today we went to an event called WE DAY a empowerment non-profit organization to make the world better with our youth. Our school is very very very accepting of all cultures and backgrounds. If your happy with who you are then were fine with it. The one thing is are school is not that diverse..... were mostly white..... but where ale exerting and racism is not tolerated at our school. We encourage to feel welcome. So are school in my mind is amazing. So think about enrolling.
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• A

• A+

• 520 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Clear Springs Elementary School

• Minnetonka Public School District, MN
• K-5
• 3 reviews

Sophomore: I transferred to Clear Springs when I was going into the second grade from a different school district. This school is amazing! The principle, Curt Carpenter, gave me and my family our own tour and also knew every single students name in the whole school! He would stand in the hallways before and after school and just greet students! He even knew my older brothers name (who ended up not going to the school). Overall, me and my family had a very positive experience at Clear Springs. The teachers are amazing and there are many activities outside of school to get involved in!
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• A+

• A+

• 842 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

DaVinci Academy of Arts & Science

• Public School
• Blaine, MN
• K-8
• 11 reviews

Parent: The teachers work very hard to reach all students. They care about the whole child and not purely academics. Teachers value character development in all students.
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• A+

• A+

• 441 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nova Classical Academy Elementary School

• Public School
• Saint Paul, MN
• K-5
• 17 reviews

Parent: My daughter was a transfer student from another charter school. The previous school she went to wanted to put her in special education. I disagreed with this and turned that down. So when my daughter was accepted into nova we were thrilled. The new way she is being taught at nova is so much better she is no where near needing special ed. We love the curriculum at this school and are thankful to get in. She adjusted well to the new school and we are thankful
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• A

• A+

• 465 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Deephaven Elementary School

• Minnetonka Public School District, MN
• K-5

• A+

• A+

• 668 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Excelsior Elementary School

• Minnetonka Public School District, MN
• K-5

• A+

• A+

• 800 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

International Spanish Language Academy

• Public School
• Minnetonka, MN
• K-6

• A

• A+

• 317 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Plymouth Creek Elementary School

• Wayzata Public School District, MN
• K-5

• A+

• A+

• 665 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Westwood Elementary School

• Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools, MN
• K-5

• A

• A+

• 630 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jonathan Elementary School

• Eastern Carver County Public Schools, MN
• K-5

• A

• A+

• 632 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Oakwood Elementary School

• Wayzata Public School District, MN
• K-5

• A+

• A+

• 468 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion School

• Eden Prairie Public School District, MN
• K-6

• A

• A+

• 828 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower School

• Public School
• Stillwater, MN
• K-4
• 9 reviews

Parent: We have absolutely loved SCPA since day 1. Our children are now in the 7th and 4th grades. Teachers are awesome. K-12 together in one building makes for wonderful interactions between upper and lower school students and a fun and inclusive school environment. The school does not shy away from challenging it's students which is the number one reason that we chose this school for our children. They instill the importance of accountability at a very young age while also focusing on strong character traits & leadership. And try not to mistake the fact that they get homework in elementary school for it being an uncaring environment. Our children have always felt well loved by their teachers - even my rambunctious, sometimes in trouble, hard to sit still 4th grade boy! He needs boundaries & guidance and has been given that by each of his teachers in a caring & effective way. We have never felt intimidated by the staff or administration. In fact we are thankful that they run a tight ship!
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• A

• A+

• 449 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kimberly Lane Elementary School

• Wayzata Public School District, MN
• K-5

• A+

• A+

• 645 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cedar Ridge Elementary School

• Eden Prairie Public School District, MN
• K-6
• 1 review

Parent: Be Kind. Be Safe. And, Be Repsonsible. That is Cedar Ridge's motto. We are incredibly lucky to have Cedar Ridge as our neighborhood school! Creativity and academics around themes make learning fun. One unique highlight is the Outdoor Classroom where learning is hands on and special guests share their knowledge via engaging learning! Teachers are caring, supportive and creative. Student diversity reflects the real world and cultural acceptance is natural with kids. There are numerous after-school activities to choose from.
The PTO and other volunteer opportunities allow parents to be involved when available, especially the carnival, bookfairs, science night, fun run, and more. And, our bus driver couldn't be more amazing! She supplies books and coloring materials for the ride, posts kids' art for seasonal themes in the bus, and makes crafts for each child for holidays! We LOVE Cedar Ridge & have Eagle Pride!!!
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• A+

• A+

• 673 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Countryside Elementary School

• Edina Public School District, MN
• K-5
• 1 review

High School Senior: With a better principal and less focus on religion, it was an amazing school with great options. Loved the Continuous Progress and the Gifted and talented programs
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• A

• A+

• 586 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Yinghua Academy

• Public School
• Minneapolis, MN
• K-8
• 7 reviews

Middle School Student: let see here where should i start. i guess ill start with the few bad things. first the food most the time is quit descent. but if the teachers get to mad they could possible throw a binder at you. ill also say they give us a bit to much homework at times, but most of the time im fine with it. now everything i like bout it. its fun most of the time the way the teachers teach thing makes it very easy to learn also there is many many more good thing but you'll have to find them out for ur self.
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• A

• A+

• 805 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Glendale Elementary School

• Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools, MN
• K-5

• A

• A+

• 581 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Clover Ridge Elementary School

• Eastern Carver County Public Schools, MN
• 1-5
• 2 reviews

Niche User: It was a memorable portion of my life. I enjoyed being a kid here and learning the basics. While I did have some troubles studying or in class, the staff was friendly and proactive in helping me. My peers were a swell bunch too.
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• A

• A+

• 597 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jeffers Pond Elementary School

• Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools, MN
• K-5

• A

• A+

• 577 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brimhall Elementary School

• Roseville Public School District, MN
• K-6
• 1 review

Parent: Both of my kids go there and the teachers, staff everyone is so nice they care about the kids at school.
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• A-

• A+

• 642 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio