Serving 146 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laporte Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LaPorte Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Laporte school district, covering approximately 159.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laporte Elementary School's student population of 146 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laporte Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laporte Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1283 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
17%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laporte Elementary School's ranking?
Laporte Elementary School is ranked #1283 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Laporte Elementary School often compared to?
Laporte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schoolcraft Learning Community, Northern Elementary School, Cass Lake-bena Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Laporte Elementary School?
146 students attend Laporte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Laporte Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laporte Elementary School?
Laporte Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laporte Elementary School offer ?
Laporte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laporte Elementary School part of?
Laporte Elementary School is part of Laporte Public School District.
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