Best 55318 Minnesota Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 2,355 students in 55318, MN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55318, MN are Chaska Middle School East, Chaska Middle School West and Pioneer Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55318 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55318, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55318, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chaska Middle School East
(Math: 60% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1600 Park Ridge Drive
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 556-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Chaska Middle School West
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
140 Engler Blvd
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 556-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Pioneer Ridge Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1085 Pioneer Trail East
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 556-7800
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
World Learner Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
112050 Hundertmark Rd
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 368-7398
Gr: 1-8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
112 Alc Middle School
Alternative School
11 Peavey Rd
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 556-6192
Gr: 6-8 | 411 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
112 Alc Seat-based
Alternative School
11 Peavey Rd
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 556-6192
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Eccs Middle School
11 Peavey Rd
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 556-6192
Gr: 6-8
Rank: n/an/a
Swmetro Chaska Level 4
Special Education School
401 E 4th St
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 567-8077
Gr: 7-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Swmetro New Beginnings Alc
Alternative School
303 E 6th St
Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 567-8213
Gr: 7-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55318, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55318, MN include Chaska Middle School East, Chaska Middle School West and Pioneer Ridge Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55318?
9 public middle schools are located in 55318.
What is the racial composition of students in 55318?
55318 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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