Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lino Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lino Lakes Elementary serves the southwest part of Circle Pines, MN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 37.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, which extends up to 7.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lino Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lino Lakes Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 650% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lino Lakes 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 Lino Lakes 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
#515 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
63%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lightning
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lino Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Lino Lakes Elementary School is ranked #515 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lino Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Lino Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School, Rice Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lino Lakes Elementary School?
501 students attend Lino Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lino Lakes Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lino Lakes Elementary School?
Lino Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lino Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Lino Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lino Lakes Elementary School part of?
Lino Lakes Elementary School is part of Forest Lake Public School District.
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