- Cedar Creek Elementary School — 0.6 mi · Grades K–5 · 680 students
- East Bethel Elementary School — 0.8 mi · Grades K–5 · 460 students
- Crossroads East — 2.3 mi · Grades 7–12 · 14 students
- ECSE@ ISD 15 Lifelong Learning — 2.7 mi · Grades PK–PK · 117 students
- St. Francis High — 5.6 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,139 students
- St. Francis Middle — 6.2 mi · Grades 6–8 · 890 students
- St. Francis Elementary — 6.2 mi · Grades K–5 · 621 students
- Transition 15 — 6.9 mi · Grades 12–12 · 21 students
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| Metric | St. Francis Area Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 4,312 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 14 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,837/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 21% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Francis Area Schools (this district) | 7/10 | 68th | 4,312 |
| Anoka-Hennepin Public School District | 8/10 | 76th | 38,590 |
| Forest Lake Public School District | 7/10 | 69th | 5,855 |
| Cambridge-Isanti Public School District | 7/10 | 62nd | 5,062 |
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Ranked against 489 rated districts in MN → 68th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Minnesota Dept. of Education MCA/MTAS, all grades Percent Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About St. Francis Area Schools
St. Francis Area Schools serves zip code 55011, covering Cedar, Minnesota with grades Pre-K – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
St. Francis Area Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 7/10, placing it in the above average tier. 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.
St. Francis Area Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Minnesota. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 55011
Children in zip code 55011 are assigned to St. Francis Area Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 55011, 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 St. Francis Area Schools at (763)753-7041 or visit www.isd15.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 Cedar
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because St. Francis Area Schools serves zip code 55011, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 55011 and neighboring areas. 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 St. Francis 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 55011.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with St. Francis Area Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 55011 data.