Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Moose Lake Elementary School 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Moose Lake Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 158.7 square miles in Moose Lake, MN. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moose Lake Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1902
School Rankings
Moose Lake 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 Moose Lake Elementary School 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
#527 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moose Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Moose Lake Elementary School is ranked #527 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Moose Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Moose Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Moose Lake Elementary School?
285 students attend Moose Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Moose Lake Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moose Lake Elementary School?
Moose Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moose Lake Elementary School offer ?
Moose Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moose Lake Elementary School part of?
Moose Lake Elementary School is part of Moose Lake Public School District.
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