Serving 244 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Lakes 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 41:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 41:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Lakes Elementary School's student population of 244 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Lakes Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#514 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
41:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
North Lakes Elementary School is ranked #514 out of 1,734 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend North Lakes Elementary School?
244 students attend North Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of North Lakes Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Lakes Elementary School?
North Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 41:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Lakes Elementary School offer ?
North Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Lakes Elementary School part of?
North Lakes Elementary School is part of North Lakes Academy School District.
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