Serving 20 students in grades 4-12, Lake Park 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Lake Park School's student population of 20 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Park School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Park School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#696 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
30%
10%
Black
15%
12%
White
35%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Park School's ranking?
Lake Park School is ranked #696 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lake Park School often compared to?
Lake Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Lake Park School?
20 students attend Lake Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lake Park School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Lake Park School offer ?
Lake Park School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Lake Park School part of?
Lake Park School is part of Willmar Public School District.
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