Serving 741 students in grades 1-5, Island 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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Island Lake Elementary serves the southeast part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 7.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island 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
Island Lake Elementary School's student population of 741 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Island 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 Island Lake Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#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)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
66%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Island 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 Island Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Island Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Lake Elementary School, Valentine Hills 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 Island Lake Elementary School?
741 students attend Island Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Island Lake Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Island Lake Elementary School?
Island Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Island Lake Elementary School offer ?
Island Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Island Lake Elementary School part of?
Island Lake Elementary School is part of Mounds View Public School District.
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