Serving 697 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Elmo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Elmo Elementary serves the southwest part of Lake Elmo, MN, covering an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Elmo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Elmo Elementary School's student population of 697 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 Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
697 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Elmo Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Elmo Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#383 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
60%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Lake Elmo Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Elmo Elementary School is ranked #383 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lake Elmo Elementary School?
697 students attend Lake Elmo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lake Elmo Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Elmo Elementary School?
Lake Elmo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Elmo Elementary School offer ?
Lake Elmo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Elmo Elementary School part of?
Lake Elmo Elementary School is part of Stillwater Area School District.
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