Serving 331 students in grades 7-12, Lakeview Secondary 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeview Secondary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cottonwood, MN, covering approximately 179.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeview Secondary's student population of 331 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing Tools for Life!
School Rankings
Lakeview Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeview Secondary is 0.22, 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
#561 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeview Secondary's ranking?
Lakeview Secondary is ranked #561 out of 1,773 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeview Secondary?
The graduation rate of Lakeview Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lakeview Secondary?
331 students attend Lakeview Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lakeview Secondary students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeview Secondary?
Lakeview Secondary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeview Secondary offer ?
Lakeview Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeview Secondary part of?
Lakeview Secondary is part of Lakeview School District.
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