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Twin Cities High Schools That Truly Rank at the Top in 2026

Top 30 Public High Schools

Twin Cities, Minnesota (2026 Data)

Based on national performance rankings and publicly available academic data.


How to Read These Rankings

Grades Explained (Niche Methodology):

  • A+ – Top 2.5% nationally

  • A – Top 10–20% nationally

  • A- – Top 20% nationally

  • B+ – Above average nationally

Grades are relative nationwide, not just Minnesota.

Key factors include:

  • Test proficiency (math, reading, science)

  • Graduation rates

  • College readiness & enrollment

  • AP / IB participation & pass rates

  • Student–teacher ratios

Academic reputation & resources
Top 30 Twin Cities public high schools infographic with school logos and a link to complete data.Wayzata High School’s first-place ranking and academic statistics over an aerial view of its campus and football field.Math & Science Academy ranked number 2, with Woodbury school statistics and a photo of its landscaped exterior.Minnetonka Senior High School ranked third, with school statistics and programs over an exterior photo.Edina Senior High School ranked fourth, with school statistics over a photo of the building.Eden Prairie High School is ranked fifth; infographic lists school statistics and test scores.Nova Classical Academy Upper School ranks sixth, with school statistics and program details.Eastview Senior High School ranked seventh, with school statistics and programs listed over a photo of its building.Mounds View High School ranks eighth, with school statistics and academic performance details.Ninth-ranked St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper School in Stillwater, with enrollment, test scores, graduation rate, and program details.Eagan Senior High School ranks 10, with school statistics and programs listed over a campus photo.Highland Park Senior High School ranking infographic, number 11, with school statistics and programs.Orono Senior High School ranks 12; infographic lists 945 students, a 19:1 ratio, and grade A.Lakeville South High School ranking infographic with school statistics and a photo of the school exterior.Eagle Ridge Academy ranks 14th; the infographic lists school details and grades 6–12 in Minnetonka.Maple Grove Senior High infographic, ranked 15, with enrollment, student ratio, grade, athletics, and school type.Rosemount Senior High School ranked 16, with enrollment, graduation, programs, and school type details.Chanhassen High School ranking infographic with school statistics, Storm emblem, and school building background.Hudson High School ranked 18, with school statistics over an aerial view of its campus.Mahtomedi Senior High School ranking infographic, listed at number 19 with school statistics over an exterior photo.Blaine High School ranks 20, with enrollment, graduation, proficiency, college readiness, and AP program statistics.Jefferson Senior High School, ranked 21, with Bloomington school statistics and public-school details.East Ridge High School ranking infographic, showing its Woodbury location and school statistics over an exterior photo.Woodbury Senior High School ranking infographic with enrollment, academic proficiency, programs, and school details.Shakopee Senior High School ranked 24, with school statistics and programs over an exterior photo at dusk.Roseville Area Senior High School ranked 25, with student, grade, location, and school district details.Prior Lake High School profile, ranked 26, with enrollment, achievement statistics, programs, and school logo.Lakeville North High School ranked 27, with enrollment, graduation, grade, and program details.Kennedy Senior High School ranking infographic, number 28, with school details over an entrance photo.Stillwater Area High School ranked 29, with enrollment, test scores, proficiency rates, and program details.Robbinsdale Armstrong Senior High School ranking infographic, number 30, with school statistics and a photo of the exterior.

Thanks for checking out this Top 30 Public High Schools in the Twin Cities guide.
We hope this data helps you better understand how schools compare, what the grades actually mean, and how different districts stack up across the metro.

If you have questions about specific schools, neighborhoods, or how school quality connects to long-term home value, feel free to reach out anytime.

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