Testing, Assessments & Grading
Westonka Public Schools consistently demonstrates academic excellence across all grade levels. Year after year, our students outperform their national and state peers on standardized assessments.
Main Contact
Mark Femrite
Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning
femritem@westonka.k12.mn.us
(952) 491-8002
Resources
Fast Facts
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among traditional public school districts by SchoolDigger in 2025
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rate the quality of education in Westonka as "excellent" or "good"
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Average kindergarten class size in 2025-26
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2025 standardized assessments
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2025 standardized assessments
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by Niche for 2026
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for 2025
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for both of Westonka's primary schools
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from U.S. News & World Report
ranking by U.S. News & World Report
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Three Westonka schools were named among "America’s Healthiest Schools" for 2025
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for Hilltop and Shirley Hills primary schools
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Westonka has the lowest total school property taxes in Hennepin County
by U.S. News & World Report
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Westonka High School earned Silver Distinction on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll
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Standardized Testing
Westonka's Minnesota standardized test scores regularly rank among the best in the state. The Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments-III are the State of Minnesota's tool for measuring compliance with the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs)
Overall in 2025, Westonka was #1 in the state in both math and reading
| District | Math | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Westonka | 75 | 77 |
| Minnetonka | 75 | 75 |
| Orono | 73 | 72 |
| Wayzata | 72 | 72 |
| Waconia | 65 | 63 |
| Statewide Average | 45 | 50 |
District & State Assessments
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Standards Based Grading
Grades that are valid, reliable and transparent provide an accurate reflection of the knowledge and skills students have mastered.