Serving 148 students in grades 6-8, North Lakes Academy Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than 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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Lakes Academy Middle School's student population of 148 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Who you BECOME is as important as what you ACHIEVE.
School Rankings
North Lakes Academy Middle School ranks within the bottom 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 Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1005 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 North Lakes Academy Middle School's ranking?
North Lakes Academy Middle School is ranked #1005 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Middle School?
148 students attend North Lakes Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of North Lakes Academy Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Lakes Academy Middle School?
North Lakes Academy Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Lakes Academy Middle School offer ?
North Lakes Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Lakes Academy Middle School part of?
North Lakes Academy Middle School is part of North Lakes Academy School District.
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