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8 Minnesota Schools Awarded Blue Ribbon For 2020
The award is given to schools based on their overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps.
APPLE VALLEY, MN — Eight Minnesota institutions were among the 367 schools recognized with the National Blue Ribbon for 2020. The award is given to schools based on their overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps.
"Congratulations to this year's National Blue Ribbon School awardees," said U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos. "It's a privilege to recognize the extraordinary work you do to meet students' needs and prepare them for successful careers and meaningful lives."
Here are Minnesota's 2020 Blue Ribbon winners:
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Centennial Elementary School, District: Centennial Public School
Sunset Hill Elementary School, District: Wayzata Public School
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Grey Cloud Elementary School, District: South Washington County School
Jefferson Elementary School, District: Mankato Public School
Houston Elementary School, District: Houston Public School
Highland Elementary School, District: Rosemount-Apple Valley Eagan School
Northside Elementary School, District: St. James Public Schools
Richmond Elementary School, District: Rocori Public School
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