Serving 408 students in grades 3-6, Lakeside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeside Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Glencoe, MN, covering approximately 276.5 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeside Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeside 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 Lakeside Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#486 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
White
70%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #486 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lakeside Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sibley East-gaylord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Lakeside Elementary School?
408 students attend Lakeside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lakeside Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Elementary School?
Lakeside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Elementary School part of?
Lakeside Elementary School is part of Glencoe-Silver Lake School District.
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