Chisago Lakes High School, located in Lindstr枚m, Minnesota, serves more than 1,100 students in grades 9-12.The school has earned accreditation by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 1,048 students in grades 9-12, Chisago Lakes Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,048 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chisago Lakes Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chisago Lakes Senior High School's student population of 1,048 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,048 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1943
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Rankings
Chisago Lakes Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chisago Lakes Senior High School is 0.21, 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
#390 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wally The Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisago Lakes Senior High School's ranking?
Chisago Lakes Senior High School is ranked #390 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Chisago Lakes Senior High School often compared to?
Chisago Lakes Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Branch Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chisago Lakes Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Chisago Lakes Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chisago Lakes Senior High School?
1,048 students attend Chisago Lakes Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Chisago Lakes Senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chisago Lakes Senior High School?
Chisago Lakes Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chisago Lakes Senior High School offer ?
Chisago Lakes Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chisago Lakes Senior High School part of?
Chisago Lakes Senior High School is part of Chisago Lakes School District.
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