For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,307 students in Big Lake, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Big Lake, MN are Independence Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Big Lake Online K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Big Lake, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Big Lake have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Big Lake, MN (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
701 Minnesota Ave
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-2537
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-2537
Gr: 3-5 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 65% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17901 205th Ave N W
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-8100
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-8100
Gr: PK-2 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Big Lake Online K-5
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Minnesota Ave
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-6174
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-6174
Gr: K-5 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Big Lake Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Minnesota Ave
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-2567
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-2567
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Big Lake Online 6-12
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Minnesota Ave
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-6174
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 262-6174
Gr: 6-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 184:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Big Lake, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Snw - Big Lake Middle School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
601 Minnesota Ave E
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 272-2050
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 272-2050
Gr: 6-12
Snw - Liberty Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
701 Minnesota Ave
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 272-2050
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 272-2050
Gr: 2-5 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Big Lake, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Big Lake, MN include Independence Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Big Lake Online K-5.
How many public elementary schools are located in Big Lake?
5 public elementary schools are located in Big Lake.
What is the racial composition of students in Big Lake?
Big Lake public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
10 Advantages of Public Education in 2025
Explore 10 key benefits of public education in 2025, with fresh statistics, expert insights, and real-world examples for parents and educators.
COVID-19’s Lasting Impact on U.S. Public Schools (2025)
Explore how COVID-19 continues to affect U.S. public schools in 2025: learning losses, enrollment shifts, mental health, and recovery strategies.