Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pike Lake 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pike Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pike Lake Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pike 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 Pike Lake Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#98 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pike Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Pike Lake Elementary School is ranked #98 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pike Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Pike Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hermantown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pike Lake Elementary School?
280 students attend Pike Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pike Lake Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pike Lake Elementary School?
Pike Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pike Lake Elementary School offer ?
Pike Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pike Lake Elementary School part of?
Pike Lake Elementary School is part of Proctor Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Pike Lake Elementary School located?
Pike Lake Elementary School is located in the Pike Lake neighborhood of Duluth, MN.
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