Serving 220 students in grades Kindergarten-6, North Lakes Academy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Lakes Academy Elementary School's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 220% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
North Lakes Academy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Lakes Academy Elementary School 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
#740 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
82%
60%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lakes Academy Elementary School's ranking?
North Lakes Academy Elementary School is ranked #740 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 North Lakes Academy Elementary School?
220 students attend North Lakes Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Lakes Academy Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Lakes Academy Elementary School?
North Lakes Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Lakes Academy Elementary School offer ?
North Lakes Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Lakes Academy Elementary School part of?
North Lakes Academy Elementary School is part of North Lakes Academy School District.
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