Serving 804 students in grades 2-5, Lakeside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeside Elementary serves the southwest part of Chisago City, MN, covering an attendance area of approximately 81.2 square miles. Most families are about a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside 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
Lakeside Elementary School's student population of 804 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
804 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#242 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeside Elementary School is ranked #242 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lakeside Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scandia Elementary School, Chisago Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Elementary School?
804 students attend Lakeside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lakeside Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Elementary School?
Lakeside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeside Elementary School offer ?
Lakeside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Elementary School part of?
Lakeside Elementary School is part of Chisago Lakes School District.
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