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The best ballet schools in Minnesota

Ranked by the students and families who actually take class — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 4,332 reviews of Minnesota studios. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, true ballet schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

Platinum Dance Center, ballet school in Edina, MN

#1 Platinum Dance Center

4.9 ★★★★★ 105 reviews · Edina, MN

Free trial Kids & teens wonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitivebeautiful recitals & performances

“We have had wonderful experiences with Platinum Dance center the last few years. The staff are all very friendly and knowledgeable. We look forward to continuing to watch the progr…” — Beth

DeGamba School of Music and Art, ballet school in St Francis, MN

#2 DeGamba School of Music and Art

5 ★★★★★ 53 reviews · St Francis, MN

Free trial Kids & teens welcoming to beginnerswonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitive

“Degamba is a professional Music and Art studio that allows your children to learn at their own pace! They have amazing staff that truly care about their students and their success……” — Bria

QC Dance - Blaine, ballet school in Blaine, MN

#3 QC Dance - Blaine

4.6 ★★★★★ 70 reviews · Blaine, MN

Kids & teens wonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitivebeautiful recitals & performances

“My 10 year old daughter loves attending HipHop class at QC. -I love the setup with the kids feeling secure and confident behind closed doors, but parents can watch on a TV in the l…” — Taya

Dance West, ballet school in Wayzata, MN

#4 Dance West

4.9 ★★★★★ 50 reviews · Wayzata, MN

Kids & teens caring, skilled teacherswonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitive

“We love our PDW family! The teachers are amazing! They are hard working and are fully dedicated to their craft! My daughter has learned so much from the team of teachers and loves …” — Melissa

St. Paul Ballet, ballet school in St Paul, MN

#5 St. Paul Ballet

4.8 ★★★★★ 44 reviews · St Paul, MN

Kids & teens welcoming to beginnerswonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitive

“An amazing school for advanced or beginner dancers. The teachers are wonderful and they really help you grow to become a better dancer! The students are very kind and welcoming mak…” — Tahmei

Northland School of Dance, ballet school in Champlin, MN

#6 Northland School of Dance

4.6 ★★★★★ 45 reviews · Champlin, MN

Free trial Adult classes Pointe Kids & teens wonderful with young kidsnurturing, non-competitivebuilds confidence & discipline

“The studio has completely changed and it feels like a big family. All the dancers know each other, the teachers and staff all work closely with the kids and guide then to be the da…” — Heather

Concept Pavielle, ballet school in Minneapolis, MN

#7 Concept Pavielle

5 ★★★★★ 31 reviews · Minneapolis, MN

Kids & teens Private lessons strong technique & trainingnurturing, non-competitivewell-run & communicative

“Pavielle is an exceptional teacher, mentor, and studio owner. Students are given expert, personalized, attention to help them thrive as young professionals but also as young indivi…” — Izzy

Elevé Performing Arts Center, ballet school in Bloomington, MN

#8 Elevé Performing Arts Center

5 ★★★★★ 29 reviews · Bloomington, MN

Kids & teens caring, skilled teachersstrong technique & trainingwelcoming to beginners

“Elevé Performing Arts Center has been a part of our lives since our daughter took a week-long dance camp when she was 4. Not only did she have a blast, but we were blown away by th…” — Kristen

Ballet Co.Laboratory, ballet school in St Paul, MN

#9 Ballet Co.Laboratory

4.8 ★★★★★ 32 reviews · St Paul, MN

Adult classes Kids & teens caring, skilled teachersstrong technique & trainingwelcoming to beginners

“Ballet Co. Laboratory has provided our granddaughter with an excellent pathway into the world of the performing arts. As a trainee in the BCL program she's experienced the business…” — Mada

Continental Ballet Company, ballet school in Bloomington, MN

#10 Continental Ballet Company

5 ★★★★★ 26 reviews · Bloomington, MN

Kids & teens beautiful recitals & performancesserious pre-professional training

“Friendly, helpful staff, easy to park and close to building, great , cozy theater with fun decretive lights, there is no bad seat in the theater! Tasty cookies and water for interm…” — Kim

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