Serving 159 students in grades 9-12, North Lakes Academy Upper School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lakes Academy Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Lakes Academy Upper School's student population of 159 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Lakes Academy Upper School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Lakes Academy Upper School is 0.29, 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
#673 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
84%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lakes Academy Upper School's ranking?
North Lakes Academy Upper School is ranked #673 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Lakes Academy Upper School?
The graduation rate of North Lakes Academy Upper School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Lakes Academy Upper School?
159 students attend North Lakes Academy Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Lakes Academy Upper School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Lakes Academy Upper School?
North Lakes Academy Upper School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Lakes Academy Upper School offer ?
North Lakes Academy Upper School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Lakes Academy Upper School part of?
North Lakes Academy Upper School is part of North Lakes Academy School District.
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