Serving 19 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 51%).
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lake Park School's student population of 19 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Park School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
11%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
68%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
35%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Park School?
The graduation rate of Lake Park School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Park School?
19 students attend Lake Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lake Park School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
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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