Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Golden Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Lake Elementary School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Lake Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#164 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
10%
12%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Lake Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Golden Lake Elementary School?
398 students attend Golden Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Golden Lake Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Lake Elementary School?
Golden Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Golden Lake Elementary School offer ?
Golden Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Golden Lake Elementary School part of?
Golden Lake Elementary School is part of Centennial Public School District.
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