Edina Senior High School in Edina has been named the #3 high school in Minnesota in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings, highlighting the school’s strong academic performance and commitment to preparing students for college and future careers.
The public high school also earned national recognition, ranking #235 among public high schools in the United States. The annual rankings evaluate thousands of schools nationwide using factors such as college readiness, graduation rates, and student performance on state assessments.
Located in the Minneapolis suburb of Edina, the school serves students in grades 9 through 12 and is part of the Edina Public School District. With an enrollment of more than 2,500 students, Edina Senior High School is one of the largest high schools in Minnesota and has long been recognized for its strong academic programs and wide range of extracurricular opportunities.
The school maintains a 95% graduation rate, and many students participate in college-level coursework such as Advanced Placement classes, allowing them to earn college credit while still in high school. Students consistently perform above state averages in core subjects like math, reading, and science, contributing to the school’s strong academic reputation.
Established in 1949, Edina Senior High School has built a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and student achievement. In addition to its rigorous academic programs, the school offers a wide variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and arts programs that help students develop leadership skills and explore their interests.
The recognition places Edina Senior High School behind St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper in Stillwater and Nova Classical Academy Upper School in St. Paul, which ranked first and second in the state respectively.
For families considering relocating to Minnesota, rankings like these highlight the strength of the state’s public education system and the high-quality educational opportunities available throughout the Twin Cities region. Schools like Edina Senior High School continue to demonstrate Minnesota’s reputation for academic excellence and student success.