Lakeview School serves 11 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 72%).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeview School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lakeview School's student population of 11 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lakeview School is 0.73, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
72%
American Indian
18%
2%
Hispanic
27%
12%
Black
18%
12%
White
37%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
33%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lakeview School?
11 students attend Lakeview School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Lakeview School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are American Indian, and 18% of students are Black.
What grades does Lakeview School offer ?
Lakeview School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeview School part of?
Lakeview School is part of Willmar Public School District.
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