Serving 1,822 students in grades 9-12, Lakeville South High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeville South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lakeville South High School's student population of 1,822 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeville South High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeville South High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Black
6%
12%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeville South High School's ranking?
Lakeville South High School is ranked #325 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lakeville South High School often compared to?
Lakeville South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeville North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeville South High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeville South High School is 96%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lakeville South High School?
1,822 students attend Lakeville South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lakeville South High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeville South High School?
Lakeville South High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeville South High School offer ?
Lakeville South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lakeville South High School part of?
Lakeville South High School is part of Lakeville Public School District.
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