Chisago Lakes Elementary School serves 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 62%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 76%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Attendance Zone: Chisago Lakes Elementary serves the southwest part of Chisago City, MN, covering an area of approximately 81.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 7.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chisago Lakes Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chisago Lakes Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)80-84%
62%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)85-89%
76%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Chisago Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Chisago Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Elementary School, Wyoming Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 62% MN state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 76% MN state average).
How many students attend Chisago Lakes Elementary School?
347 students attend Chisago Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Chisago Lakes Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisago Lakes Elementary School?
Chisago Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chisago Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Chisago Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chisago Lakes Elementary School part of?
Chisago Lakes Elementary School is part of Chisago Lakes School District.
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