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Best High Schools in Minnesota
(2026 List)

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

The Minnesota high school system showcases the "tale of two states," with a graduation rate of 84.2% in 2024. The state has approximately 950 public high schools and 513 private high schools across Minnesota. Some of the best high schools in Minnesota—Wayzata, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, and Edina—hold excellent rankings among their peers; all they have in common are significant investments in per-pupil funding, mental health services (including counseling), free breakfast and lunch for students, and mandated personal finance and civics courses. As a result, the best high schools in Minnesota are the leaders in graduation rates, college readiness, and the overall development of students. Discover more information about the best middle schools in Minnesota.