For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,425 students in Cedar, MN (there are , serving 86 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Cedar, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Cedar, MN are Cedar Creek Elementary School, East Bethel Elementary School and Star Of The North Academy Charter S. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cedar, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Cedar have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cedar, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cedar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21108 Ne Polk St
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 213-8781
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 213-8781
Grades: K-5
| 663 students
Rank: #22.
East Bethel Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21210 Polk St Ne
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 213-8901
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 213-8901
Grades: K-5
| 478 students
Rank: #33.
Star Of The North Academy Charter S
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1562 Viking Blvd
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 450-5560
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 450-5560
Grades: K-8
| 180 students
Rank: n/an/a
Crossroads East
Alternative School
900 189th Ave Ne
Cedar, MN 55011
(612) 491-5290
Cedar, MN 55011
(612) 491-5290
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Ecse Isd 15 Lifelong Learning
Special Education School
18900 Cedar Dr Nw
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 753-7172
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 753-7172
Grades: PK
| 104 students
Cedar, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cambia Hills (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
900 189th Ave Ne
Cedar, MN 55011
(651) 415-5573
Cedar, MN 55011
(651) 415-5573
Grades: 2-12
| 26 students
18900 Cedar Drive N.w.
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 753-7220
Cedar, MN 55011
(763) 753-7220
Grades: K-3
| 316 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cedar, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Cedar, MN include Cedar Creek Elementary School, East Bethel Elementary School and Star Of The North Academy Charter S.
How many public schools are located in Cedar?
5 public schools are located in Cedar.
What percentage of students in Cedar go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Cedar are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cedar?
Cedar public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Cedar are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Cedar include: Cedar Creek Elementary School vs. East Bethel Elementary School, East Bethel Elementary School vs. Cedar Creek Elementary School
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