The Wayzata Public School District (ISD 284) serves the communities of Plymouth, Wayzata, Medina, Hamel, and portions of Maple Grove, Corcoran, and Medicine Lake. Known for its "A+" academic rating and "Gold Standard" facilities, navigating the district's 15+ primary campuses is a top priority for West Metro families.

Note for Newcomers:

Attendance boundaries are strictly enforced. Before finalizing a real estate transaction, we recommend verifying your specific address via the MDE Education Mapper.

From author's personal experience:
School district attendance maps are probably one of the most opaque details (or so it seems) you will come across when you are researching properties in the West Metro area. Details that can influence your children's educational ecosystem and affect property values up or down $50,000 for two similar houses!

Moving to West Metro? The Ultimate 2026 Newcomer’s Guide

Moving to West Metro? The Ultimate 2026 Newcomer’s Guide
Welcome to the West Metro. Whether you are relocating for a career at a local Fortune 500 or seeking the #1 ranked school district in the state, Plymouth and Wayzata offer a quality of life that is consistently ranked among the best in the nation.
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Directory Intelligence

This directory provides a consolidated view of the district’s infrastructure, from its nationally-ranked elementary schools to its specialized transition and alternative programs.

  • Primary High School: Wayzata High (Grades 9-12)
  • Middle School Core: Three regional campuses (Grades 6-8)
  • Elementary Foundation: Nine neighborhood campuses (Grades PK-5)

1. The High School (The Flagship)

District Flagship

Wayzata High School

Grades: 9-12
Address: 4955 Peony Ln N, Plymouth, MN 55446
Home to the Trojans and ranked as the #1 Public High School in Minnesota.

School Website

2. The Middle Schools (Core 6-8)

Middle School (West)

Wayzata West Middle School

Address: 149 Barry Ave N, Wayzata, MN 55391

School Website
Middle School (East)

Wayzata East Middle School

Address: 12000 Ridgemount Ave W, Plymouth, MN 55441

School Website
Middle School (Central)

Wayzata Central Middle School

Address: 305 Vicksburg Ln N, Plymouth, MN 55447

School Website

3. Top-Tier Elementaries (The "Big Three" for Real Estate)

Top 5 in MN

Kimberly Lane Elementary

Address: 17405 Old Rockford Rd, Plymouth, MN 55446
Consistently the highest-rated elementary school in the West Metro.

School Website
Blue Ribbon Recipient

Plymouth Creek Elementary

Address: 16005 41st Ave N, Plymouth, MN 55446

School Website
STEM Specialized

North Woods Elementary

Address: 18995 54th Ave N, Plymouth, MN 55446

School Website

Looking for your next dream home in the west metro?

Don't miss this West Metro Real Estate Intelligence: 2026 Market Outlook report we have compiled to allow you to make informed decisions on one of the biggest decisions of all our lives.

West Metro Real Estate Intelligence: 2026 Market Outlook.
The Brief: The West Metro is entering a “Thoughtful Market” phase. We have moved past the era of blind bidding wars into a landscape defined by intentionality and due diligence. While the extreme sellers’ advantage of the early 2020s has stabilized, high-demand pockets in the Wayzata School District continue to
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Wayzata Public Schools - 2024 - Google My Maps
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District Map - Wayzata Public Schools: Excellence. For each and every student.
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