Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lonsdale Pre K-6 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 55-59% (which is higher than 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lonsdale Pre K-4 serves the eastern part of Hope, MN, covering an attendance area of approximately 136.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lonsdale Pre K-6's student population of 331 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lonsdale Pre K-6 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 Lonsdale Pre K-6 is 0.32, 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
#372 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lonsdale Pre K-6's ranking?
Lonsdale Pre K-6 is ranked #372 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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).
How many students attend Lonsdale Pre K-6?
331 students attend Lonsdale Pre K-6.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lonsdale Pre K-6 students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lonsdale Pre K-6?
Lonsdale Pre K-6 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lonsdale Pre K-6 offer ?
Lonsdale Pre K-6 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lonsdale Pre K-6 part of?
Lonsdale Pre K-6 is part of Tri-City United School District.
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