Laker Transitions serves 11 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laker Transitions ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Laker Transitions's student population of 11 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laker Transitions is 0.51, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
27%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
9%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
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
How many students attend Laker Transitions?
11 students attend Laker Transitions.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Laker Transitions students are White, 27% of students are American Indian, and 9% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laker Transitions?
Laker Transitions has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laker Transitions offer ?
Laker Transitions offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Laker Transitions part of?
Laker Transitions is part of Detroit Lakes Public School District.
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