Serving 29 students in grades 1-6, Elementary Lighthouse ranks in the top 1% 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 ≥80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elementary Lighthouse ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Elementary Lighthouse's student population of 29 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning is Personal
School Rankings
Elementary Lighthouse ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elementary Lighthouse is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#17 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
59%
60%
Two or more races
17%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elementary Lighthouse's ranking?
Elementary Lighthouse is ranked #17 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Elementary Lighthouse?
29 students attend Elementary Lighthouse.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Elementary Lighthouse students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elementary Lighthouse?
Elementary Lighthouse has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elementary Lighthouse offer ?
Elementary Lighthouse offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elementary Lighthouse part of?
Elementary Lighthouse is part of Spring Lake Park School District.
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