Serving 18 students in grades 7-12, Swmetro Lakeside Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swmetro Lakeside Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Swmetro Lakeside Academy's student population of 18 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swmetro Lakeside Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swmetro Lakeside Academy is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#696 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
6%
12%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swmetro Lakeside Academy's ranking?
Swmetro Lakeside Academy is ranked #696 out of 1,734 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swmetro Lakeside Academy?
The graduation rate of Swmetro Lakeside Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Swmetro Lakeside Academy?
18 students attend Swmetro Lakeside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Swmetro Lakeside Academy students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swmetro Lakeside Academy?
Swmetro Lakeside Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swmetro Lakeside Academy offer ?
Swmetro Lakeside Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Swmetro Lakeside Academy part of?
Swmetro Lakeside Academy is part of Southwest Metro Intermediate 288 School District.
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