For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 688 students in Cologne, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 84 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Cologne, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Cologne, MN are Cologne Academy and Cologne Academy Online. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cologne, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Cologne have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cologne, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cologne Academy
Charter School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1221 Village Pkwy
Cologne, MN 55322
(952) 466-2276
Cologne, MN 55322
(952) 466-2276
Gr: K-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Cologne Academy Online
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1221 Village Pkwy
Cologne, MN 55322
(952) 466-2276
Cologne, MN 55322
(952) 466-2276
Gr: K-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cologne, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Cologne, MN include Cologne Academy and Cologne Academy Online.
How many public schools are located in Cologne?
2 public schools are located in Cologne.
What percentage of students in Cologne go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Cologne are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cologne?
Cologne public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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