Serving 37 students in grades 1-6, Elementary Lighthouse ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elementary Lighthouse ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elementary Lighthouse's student population of 37 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Learning is Personal
School Rankings
Elementary Lighthouse ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elementary Lighthouse is 0.66, which is more 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
#17 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Elementary Lighthouse's ranking?
Elementary Lighthouse is ranked #17 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Elementary Lighthouse?
37 students attend Elementary Lighthouse.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Elementary Lighthouse students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elementary Lighthouse?
Elementary Lighthouse has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elementary Lighthouse offer ?
Elementary Lighthouse offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elementary Lighthouse part of?
Elementary Lighthouse is part of Spring Lake Park School District.
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