Best Public Schools in Zip Code 55372


Summary:

The 55372 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools, all part of the Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools district. While the district is highly ranked in Minnesota, the performance of schools in this area varies significantly, with standout elementary and middle schools contrasting with struggling alternative high schools.

The top-performing schools in the 55372 zip code are Jeffers Pond Elementary, which ranks among the best in the state, and WestWood Elementary, both of which boast exceptional test scores and 4- or 5-star ratings. The district's sole middle school, Prior Lake-Savage Middle School, also performs well, ranking in the top 10% of middle schools in Minnesota. In contrast, the alternative high schools in the area, such as the Prior Lake-Savage Area Alternative Learning Center, struggle with significantly lower test scores and proficiency rates.

The schools in the 55372 zip code serve a predominantly white student population, with free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 11% at Jeffers Pond Elementary to over 40% at the alternative high schools. This suggests that socioeconomic factors may play a role in the stark contrast in performance between the top-performing and struggling schools. Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique challenges faced by the alternative high school students in this area.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Minnesota Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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