Best 55356 Minnesota Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,994 students in 55356, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55356, MN are Orono Intermediate Elementary School and Orono Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55356 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55356, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 55356, MN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orono Intermediate Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
685 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8470
Gr: 3-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Orono Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
800 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8450
Gr: 6-8 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Orono Online Learning
795 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8400
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
765 Old Crystal Bay Rd N
Long Lake, MN 55356
(952) 449-8480
Gr: PK-2 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 55356, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 55356, MN include Orono Intermediate Elementary School and Orono Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55356?
4 public elementary schools are located in 55356.
What is the racial composition of students in 55356?
55356 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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