Serving 579 students in grades 6-12, Lila 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 36% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lila Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lila Upper School's student population of 579 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lila Upper School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lila Upper School is 0.39, which is less 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
#762 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
77%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lila Upper School's ranking?
Lila Upper School is ranked #762 out of 1,773 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lila Upper School?
The graduation rate of Lila Upper School is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lila Upper School?
579 students attend Lila Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lila Upper School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lila Upper School?
Lila Upper School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lila Upper School offer ?
Lila Upper School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lila Upper School part of?
Lila Upper School is part of Lakes International Language Academ School District.
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