Stillwater Area Public Schools

The Stillwater Area Public Schools district in Minnesota contains 13 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The district is known for its high-performing schools, with several standout institutions leading the way.

At the elementary level, Gate 4/5 Elementary consistently ranks among the top schools in Minnesota, with exceptional test scores and a very low free/reduced lunch rate. Stillwater Middle School is also a top performer, ranking in the top 30 middle schools statewide with high proficiency rates in math and reading. The district's main high school, Stillwater Area High School, ranks in the top 36-88 high schools in Minnesota and boasts a 96.2% graduation rate and low 0.9% dropout rate.

While the district as a whole outperforms state averages on standardized tests, there is a wide range in student demographics and socioeconomic factors across the schools. Some institutions like Afton-Lakeland Elementary and St. Croix Valley Area Learning Center have much higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which likely contributes to their lower test scores and graduation rates. Overall, the Stillwater Area Public Schools district is providing a high-quality education, with several exceptional schools leading the way.