Serving 743 students in grades 1-5, Island Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island Lake 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
Island Lake Elementary School's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Island Lake 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 Island Lake Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
7%
12%
White
67%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Island Lake Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Island Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Island Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Lake Elementary School, Valentine Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Island Lake Elementary School?
743 students attend Island Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Island Lake Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Island Lake Elementary School?
Island Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Island Lake Elementary School offer ?
Island Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Island Lake Elementary School part of?
Island Lake Elementary School is part of Mounds View Public School District.
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