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Lakes Country Academy - Alex
Elementary School · REGION 4-LAKES COUNTRY SERVICE COOP
1001 E MOUNT FAITH AVENUE, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Lakes Country Academy - Alex
Lakes Country Academy - Alex is a public elementary school in Fergus Falls, MN, part of the REGION 4-LAKES COUNTRY SERVICE COOP. The school serves approximately 7 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,279, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 7 students, Lakes Country Academy - Alex is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3.5:1, Lakes Country Academy - Alex offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Address
- 1001 E MOUNT FAITH AVENUE, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
- Phone
- (218) 739-3273
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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Location
1001 E MOUNT FAITH AVENUE, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakes Country Academy - Alex may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Garfield). Another option is CARLOS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Carlos). Additionally, VOYAGER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Alexandria). For more schools in Fergus Falls, see our Fergus Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Alexandria | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Alexandria | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Kalon Prep Academy Alexandria | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| VOYAGER ELEMENTARY Alexandria | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Runestone Alternative School Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Alexandria | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Discovery Middle School Alexandria | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Alexandria Area High School Alexandria | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alexandria | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Garfield | 6.0 mi | 8.9 |
| CARLOS ELEMENTARY Carlos | 7.8 mi | 8.5 |
| MILTONA ELEMENTARY Miltona | 11.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Brandon Elementary Brandon | 11.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Brandon-Evansville Middle School Brandon | 11.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Brandon-Evansville High School Brandon | 11.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osakis | 11.2 mi | 4.5 |
| OSAKIS SECONDARY Osakis | 11.6 mi | 5.6 |
| OSAKIS ELEMENTARY Osakis | 11.6 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,279
Median Home Value
$223,000
Median Rent
$840/mo
Population
19,650
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
42.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lakes Country Academy - Alex has a median household income of $62,279. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $223,000, with a median rent of $840/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 15 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakes Country Academy - Alex
What grades does Lakes Country Academy - Alex serve?
Lakes Country Academy - Alex serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lakes Country Academy - Alex?
Lakes Country Academy - Alex has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakes Country Academy - Alex?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakes Country Academy - Alex is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Lakes Country Academy - Alex a charter school?
No, Lakes Country Academy - Alex is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakes Country Academy - Alex a Title I school?
No, Lakes Country Academy - Alex is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,569/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fergus Falls). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 7
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Douglas County
- Phone
- (218) 739-3273
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
REGION 4-LAKES COUNTRY SERVICE COOP- District Enrollment
- 20
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $599,000
Other Schools in This District
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