Burnsville, Minnesota is a part of the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191. The Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District provides excellent education to nearly 10,000 students in grades K-12. The goal of the community is to ensure that each student is geared for success beyond high school by providing choices that help parents find the perfect fit for their children. The district encompasses 2 high schools, 3 middle schools, and 10 elementary schools.

One of the most notable private schools in Burnsville is Good Shepard Lutheran School. The school provides quality Christian education to around 95 students. Students test scores rank above the national average and teachers strive to meet their student’s needs. The school prides itself on creating a close-knit environment where staff and families partner together to ensure their student’s success.

Possibly one of the best schools in the district is Southview Elementary. Southview’s mission is to provide the highest level of education possible within a friendly, family oriented environment. The school ranks high in both principal leadership, parent involvement, and teacher quality. With a student enrollment size of 654 children and a student to teacher ratio of 16:1, Southview makes it a priority to ensure that every student’s need is met. Students are also provided with 20 extracurricular activities in both sports and arts. With a staff that strives to offer students the best education and a welcoming, family-oriented community, Southview is an excellent choice to further a child’s education.    

Valley Middle School is Burnsville‘s largest middle school. With around 923 students and a student to teacher ratio of 17:1, Valley Middle strives to challenge all of its students to reach their full potential. The school prides itself on its strong leadership and parent involvement. 17 different extracurricular activities are offered to all students. The Valley Middle seeks to offer the best educational experience possible for both parents and students.

Burnsville prioritizes educational development, especially at Burnsville High School. Serving more than 2,000 students from grades 10-12, Burnsville High’s mission is to help students succeed and prepare them for life beyond high school. CIS and AP courses are offered to help students prepare for college, along with hands-on computer programming work and advanced business and technical training. The school also has outstanding art and athletic programs that push students to their maximum potential and prepares them for future success. With its unique college preparation classes, successful athletic and art programs, and excellent staff Burnsville High is a great option for students looking to further their education.

The city of Burnsville really is a wonderful place for people of all ages to enjoy nature and the family friendly community within it. If you’re looking to sell or buy a home in Burnsville, or have questions about the parks, schools, history, or additional amenities in this wonderful community, please feel free to call Realtor David Olson at 952.314.9446 or visit www.DavidOlsonRealEstate.com.