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#1177 of 1,992 schools in MN
Lake Elmo Elementary
Elementary School · Stillwater Area Public Schools · Lake Elmo, MN
A Stillwater Area Public Schools elementary school where students score 5 points above what's typical for similar communities.
11030 STILLWATER BLVD N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
- Math 65% proficient (2022)
- Reading 55% proficient (2022)
- 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Lake Elmo Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MN average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 14-year record (2009–2022), then recovered 6 points since 2019, reaching 60% in 2022.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 68% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 66% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
24.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Lake Elmo Elementary sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 39Car-Dependent
- Bike 42Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low170/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$154,779
Median home value
$594,000
Median rent
$2,204/mo
College educated
62.2%
Homeownership
92.7%
Poverty rate
4.1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 55042; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Point ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.2 | PK–5 | 3.8 mi | 758 | Compare → |
| Lily Lake ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 5.9 | PK–5 | 4.0 mi | 417 | Compare → |
| Pankalo Education CenterEnrollment path unverified | 5.0 | K–8 | 4.0 mi | 94 | Compare → |
| Rutherford ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.0 | K–5 | 4.0 mi | 560 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Stillwater Area Public Schools
- Schools in district
- 16
- Rank in district
- #5 of 13
- District spending per student
- $15,764NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 3.5%Census SAIPE · 2024
Lake Elmo Elementary is listed in Stillwater Area Public Schools; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Lake Elmo Elementary
Lake Elmo Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Elmo, MN, part of Stillwater Area Public Schools, serving approximately 626 students in grades Kindergarten-5th with a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,177 of 1,992 schools in MN. State assessment records show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about Lake Elmo Elementary
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.Reviewed for accuracy.
Sources (1)
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Lake Elmo Elementary
What grades does Lake Elmo Elementary serve?
Lake Elmo Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lake Elmo Elementary?
Lake Elmo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 626 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Elmo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Elmo Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Elmo Elementary rank in MN?
Lake Elmo Elementary ranks #1,177 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Lake Elmo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Elmo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Lake Elmo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Elmo Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lake Elmo Elementary a charter school?
No, Lake Elmo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Elmo Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lake Elmo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Elmo Elementary?
24.9% of students at Lake Elmo 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 626
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.0%
- Phone
- (651) 351-6700
- Area population (ZIP 55042)
- 13,156
- Area average commute
- 23.1 min
- Area median age
- 40.8
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 55042; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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