Serving 315 students in grades 4-6, Forest Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Forest Lake Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Excellence for Every Student Every Day
School Rankings
Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#806 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Lake Elementary School is ranked #806 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Forest Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Forest Lake Elementary School?
315 students attend Forest Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Forest Lake Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Lake Elementary School?
Forest Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Lake Elementary School offer ?
Forest Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Lake Elementary School part of?
Forest Lake Elementary School is part of Forest Lake Public School District.
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