Gleason Lake Elementary School

Gleason Lake Elementary School is a highly rated public school located in Plymouth, MN, and is part of a caring and active community in the western suburbs of the Twin Cities. With 589 students in grades K–5, the school has a strong academic reputation, a student-teacher ratio of 16:1, and a 5-star rating. According to state test scores, 81% of students are proficient in math, and 72% in reading. Known for excellent teachers and strong community support, Gleason Lake Elementary School ranks #12 out of 929 in the Best Public Elementary Schools in Minnesota. It serves families from Corcoran, Maple Grove, Medicine Lake, Medina, Minnetonka, Orono, Plymouth, and Wayzata. The school is based on academic excellence along with quality teachers and staff, not to mention that the neighborhood is friendly and supportive. The school is within a district that has about 13,000 students who attend early learning, elementary, middle, high, and transition schools. Located near Lake Minnetonka, the area includes scenic neighborhoods and growing suburbs. Gleason Lake Elementary focuses on meeting the needs of every student while offering a safe, nurturing, and enriching place to learn and grow.

Wayzata School District recognized Center Specialist Judi Ohochukwu and Welcome Center staff as July Employees of the Month. Ten WHS students earned 2025 Scholars of Distinction. The School Board Election is set for November 4, 2025.