Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakeview 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeview Elementary serves the northwest part of Albert Lea, MN, covering an area of approximately 32.6 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10 to 15 minutes to the school and an average distance of 6.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 11.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeview Elementary School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeview 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 Lakeview Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#527 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
26%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
60%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeview Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeview Elementary School is ranked #527 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lakeview Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sibley Elementary School, Halverson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lakeview Elementary School?
400 students attend Lakeview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lakeview Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeview Elementary School?
Lakeview Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeview Elementary School offer ?
Lakeview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeview Elementary School part of?
Lakeview Elementary School is part of Albert Lea Public School District.
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