For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 4,061 students in Hastings, MN (there are 2 private schools, serving 419 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Hastings, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hastings, MN are Kennedy Elementary School, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School and Hastings High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hastings, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Hastings have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hastings, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1175 Tyler St
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7223
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7223
Gr: K-4 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 W 12th St
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7390
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7390
Gr: K-4 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Hastings High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 General Sieben Dr
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7470
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7470
Gr: 9-12 | 1,301 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Pinecrest Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
975 12th St W
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7284
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7284
Gr: K-4 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
Hoa High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 General Sieben Dr
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7470
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7470
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Hastings Alternative Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 General Sieben Dr
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7690
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7690
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Hastings Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 11th St W
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7066
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7066
Gr: 5-8 | 1,183 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #88.
917 Riverside School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Highway 55
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 438-4980
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 438-4980
Gr: 6-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
917 New Chance
Alternative School
1600 Highway 55
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 438-4980
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 438-4980
Gr: 6-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Allina Hastings Php
Alternative School
1285 Nininger Rd, Ste 200
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7000
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7000
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Hastings Early Child Special Ed.
Special Education School
310 River St
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7000
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7000
Gr: PK | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Services
Special Education School
1000 11th St W
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7000
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7000
Gr: K-8 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Staars
Special Education School
310 River St
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7670
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7670
Gr: 12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
310 River St
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7672
Hastings, MN 55033
(651) 480-7672
Gr: PK | 35 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hastings, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in Hastings, MN include Kennedy Elementary School, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School and Hastings High School.
How many public schools are located in Hastings?
15 public schools are located in Hastings.
What percentage of students in Hastings go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Hastings are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hastings?
Hastings public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hastings are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hastings include: Pinecrest Elementary School vs. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School vs. Pinecrest Elementary School
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