Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Battle 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Battle Lake Elementary serves the entire Battle Lake, MN school district, encompassing an area of approximately 207.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battle Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Battle Lake Elementary School's student population of 230 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Battle Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battle Lake Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Battle Lake Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Battle Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Battle Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Underwood Elementary School, Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Battle Lake Elementary School?
230 students attend Battle Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Battle Lake Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battle Lake Elementary School?
Battle Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Battle Lake Elementary School offer ?
Battle Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Battle Lake Elementary School part of?
Battle Lake Elementary School is part of Battle Lake Public School District.
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