Serving 523 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Laketown Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 82% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laketown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Laketown Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Laketown Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laketown Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#94 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)82%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Laketown Elementary School's ranking?
Laketown Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Laketown Elementary School often compared to?
Laketown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayview Elementary School, Southview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Laketown Elementary School?
523 students attend Laketown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Laketown Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laketown Elementary School?
Laketown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laketown Elementary School offer ?
Laketown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laketown Elementary School part of?
Laketown Elementary School is part of Waconia Public School District.
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