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#1565 of 1,992 schools in MN
Afton-lakeland Elementary
Elementary School · Stillwater Area Public Schools
475 ST CROIX TRL S, Lakeland, MN 55043
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,565 of 1,992
In district
#12 of 13
Stillwater Area Public Schools
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Afton-lakeland Elementary
Elementary School in Lakeland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Afton-lakeland Elementary
Afton-lakeland Elementary is a public elementary school in Lakeland, MN, part of Stillwater Area Public Schools. Afton-lakeland Elementary serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Afton-lakeland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,565 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Afton-lakeland Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Afton-lakeland Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Afton-lakeland Elementary — Students at Afton-lakeland Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Afton-lakeland Elementary Compares
See how Afton-lakeland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
475 ST CROIX TRL S, Lakeland, MN 55043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Afton-lakeland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Hudson Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow River Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, River Crest Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Elementary Hudson | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| River Crest Elementary Hudson | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Willow River Elementary Hudson | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Hudson | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY Hudson | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Hudson High Hudson | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Hudson Virtual Charter School Hudson | 3.0 mi | — |
| North Hudson Elementary Hudson | 3.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Hudson Middle Hudson | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Hudson Prairie Elementary Hudson | 3.9 mi | 8.6 |
| ST CROIX MONTESSORI Stillwater | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY UPPER Stillwater | 5.1 mi | 9.3 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER Stillwater | 5.1 mi | 8.4 |
| St. Croix Prep Academy Middle Stillwater | 5.1 mi | 7.9 |
| ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY Bayport | 5.3 mi | 4.8 |
| MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-STILLWATER Bayport | 6.0 mi | — |
| Oak-Land Middle School Lake Elmo | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| WCJC Stillwater | 6.8 mi | — |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stillwater | 6.9 mi | 4.2 |
| STILLWATER DIST. SPECIAL SERVICES Stillwater | 7.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,754
Median Home Value
$360,600
Median Rent
$1,617/mo
Population
3,471
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
89.7%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
50.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Afton-lakeland Elementary
What grades does Afton-lakeland Elementary serve?
Afton-lakeland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Afton-lakeland Elementary?
Afton-lakeland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Afton-lakeland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Afton-lakeland Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Afton-lakeland Elementary rank in MN?
Afton-lakeland Elementary ranks #1,565 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Afton-lakeland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Afton-lakeland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Afton-lakeland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Afton-lakeland Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Afton-lakeland Elementary a charter school?
No, Afton-lakeland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Afton-lakeland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Afton-lakeland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Afton-lakeland Elementary?
16.8% of students at Afton-lakeland Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (651) 351-6500
Resources & Links
District
Stillwater Area Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 8,368
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,764
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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