Forest Lake Area High School, also known as Forest Lake High School, is a public four-year high school in Forest Lake, Minnesota, United States, founded in 1909. The school is a member of Minnesota Independent School District 831.
Serving 1,805 students in grades 9-12, Forest Lake Area High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Lake Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Forest Lake, MN, covering approximately 214.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 8.7 miles and the furthest edge located 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Lake Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Forest Lake Area High School's student population of 1,805 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 311% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,805 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Lake Area High School 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 Forest Lake Area High School is 0.37, 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
#580 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Lake Area High School's ranking?
Forest Lake Area High School is ranked #580 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forest Lake Area High School?
The graduation rate of Forest Lake Area High School is 92%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Forest Lake Area High School?
1,805 students attend Forest Lake Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Forest Lake Area High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Lake Area High School?
Forest Lake Area High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Lake Area High School offer ?
Forest Lake Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Lake Area High School part of?
Forest Lake Area High School is part of Forest Lake Public School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I wouldn't recommend Forest Lake High School. We are disappointed in the facilities and staff. Our son has been through two deans and three advisors in the year and a half he has attended the high school. It is not a student friendly environment. The school is run down and the athletic facilities are in terrible condition.
5 10/10/2025
Forest Lake has done amazing things over 105 years!!
5 10/10/2025
Newly updated facilities... phenomenal. Highly skilled and caring educators!
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