Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Lake Elementary serves the southwest part of Circle Pines, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile radius of the school, with the furthest edge extending up to 2.7 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Lake Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Golden 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 Golden Lake Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#161 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
58%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
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 #161 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Golden Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Heron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
394 students attend Golden Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Golden Lake Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Lake Elementary School?
Golden Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Golden Lake Elementary School offer ?
Golden Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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