Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glen Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Glen Lake Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Glen Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Lake Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#269 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Glen Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Lake Elementary School is ranked #269 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Glen Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gatewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Glen Lake Elementary School?
411 students attend Glen Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Glen Lake Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Lake Elementary School?
Glen Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glen Lake Elementary School offer ?
Glen Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glen Lake Elementary School part of?
Glen Lake Elementary School is part of Hopkins Public School District.
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