Big Lake High School is a four-year public high school located in Big Lake, Minnesota. As of 2022, 951 students in grades 9-12 are enrolled. The school's principal is Robert Dockendorf and the assistant principal is Shallyn Tordeur.
Serving 24 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Big Lake Online K-5 ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Lake Online K-5's student population of 24 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1917
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Big Lake Online K-5 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Lake Online K-5 is 0.55, 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
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
63%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buzz
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Lake Online K-5's ranking?
Big Lake Online K-5 is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Big Lake Online K-5?
24 students attend Big Lake Online K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Big Lake Online K-5 students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Lake Online K-5?
Big Lake Online K-5 has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Lake Online K-5 offer ?
Big Lake Online K-5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Big Lake Online K-5 part of?
Big Lake Online K-5 is part of Big Lake Public School District.
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