- Hamilton Ridge Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 586 students
- Redtail Ridge Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 556 students
- Glendale Elementary — Grades K–5 · 522 students
- WestWood Elementary — Grades K–5 · 505 students
- Jeffers Pond Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 487 students
- La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood — Grades K–5 · 463 students
- Five Hawks Elementary — Grades K–5 · 454 students
- Edgewood ECSE — Grades PK–PK · 116 students
- Edgewood School — Grades PK–PK · 60 students
- Prior Lake-Savage Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 2,025 students
- Prior Lake High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,856 students
- Prior Lake-Savage Area ALC — Grades 9–12 · 75 students
- ALC Independent Study — Grades 9–12 · 34 students
- Laker Online — Grades 6–12 · 49 students
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| Metric | Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 8,788 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 13 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Charter School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools (this district) | 9/10 | 89th | 8,788 |
| Shakopee Public School District | 6/10 | 59th | 7,867 |
| St. Michael-Albertville School District | 10/10 | 91st | 6,670 |
| Waconia Public School District | 10/10 | 95th | 4,045 |
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Ranked against 489 rated districts in MN → 89th percentile → 9/10.
Source: Minnesota Dept. of Education MCA/MTAS, all grades Percent Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools
Families in zip code 55378 (Savage, Minnesota) are assigned to Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools for public education through 8th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools 9 out of 10 — top-tier among Minnesota public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Minnesota’s MCA/MTAS assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Minnesota is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Minnesota on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 55378 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 55378
Children in zip code 55378 are assigned to Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 55378, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools at (952)226-0000 or visit www.plsas.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Minnesota districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Savage
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools serves zip code 55378, homes in and around zip code 55378 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Minnesota, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 55378.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 55378 data.