For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 724 students in Cottonwood, MN.
The top ranked public schools in Cottonwood, MN are Lakeview Elementary School and Lakeview Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cottonwood, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Cottonwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cottonwood, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
875 Barstad Rd N
Cottonwood, MN 56229
(507) 423-5164
Cottonwood, MN 56229
(507) 423-5164
Grades: PK-6
| 394 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeview Secondary
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
875 Barstad Rd N
Cottonwood, MN 56229
(507) 423-5164
Cottonwood, MN 56229
(507) 423-5164
Grades: 7-12
| 330 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cottonwood, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Cottonwood, MN include Lakeview Elementary School and Lakeview Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Cottonwood?
2 public schools are located in Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Cottonwood?
Cottonwood public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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