Excellent
#82 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 4% in state
Lakeview Elementary
Elementary School · LAKEVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT
875 BARSTAD ROAD NORTH, Cottonwood, MN 56229
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#82 of 1,992
In Cottonwood
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
LAKEVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Lakeview Elementary
Elementary School in Cottonwood · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lakeview Elementary
Lakeview Elementary is a public elementary school in Cottonwood, MN, part of LAKEVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lakeview Elementary serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeview Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Lakeview Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Lakeview Elementary — Students at Lakeview Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Lakeview Elementary Compares
See how Lakeview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
875 BARSTAD ROAD NORTH, Cottonwood, MN 56229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MINNEOTA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.5/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Minneota), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Granite Falls), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Marshall), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cottonwood, see our Cottonwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKEVIEW SECONDARY Cottonwood | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL Marshall | 12.2 mi | 7.0 |
| SAMUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Marshall | 12.5 mi | 5.0 |
| PARK SIDE ELEMENTARY Marshall | 13.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Marshall EC Voluntary PreK Marshall | 13.2 mi | 3.7 |
| TRUE LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marshall | 13.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HOPE ACADEMY OF HOPE HARBOR Marshall | 13.0 mi | — |
| Project Search-Avera Marshall Marshall | 13.2 mi | — |
| HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL Marshall | 13.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Marshall | 13.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Southview Elementary Marshall | 14.0 mi | 8.1 |
| MATEC Marshall | 13.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Yellow Medicine East Secondary Granite Falls | 14.4 mi | 6.5 |
| BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite Falls | 14.4 mi | 8.7 |
| MILROY ELEMENTARY Milroy | 15.3 mi | — |
| E.C.H.O. Secondary Echo | 12.7 mi | 4.3 |
| E.C.H.O. Elementary Echo | 12.7 mi | 6.4 |
| VESTWOOD EDUCATION DBA:ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL REDWOOD F Vesta | 14.8 mi | — |
| MINNEOTA ELEMENTARY Minneota | 15.9 mi | 9.5 |
| MINNEOTA SECONDARY Minneota | 15.9 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,821
Median Home Value
$198,400
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
1,729
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
16.8 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DAYTON ELEMENTARY Dayton, MN | 8.5 |
| Great Oaks Academy - Grammar Farmington, MN | 8.5 |
| NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport, MN | 8.5 |
| ST. JAMES NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Saint James, MN | 8.5 |
| WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud, MN | 8.5 |
| BARNUM ELEMENTARY Barnum, MN | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeview Elementary
What grades does Lakeview Elementary serve?
Lakeview Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Lakeview Elementary?
Lakeview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeview Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeview Elementary rank in MN?
Lakeview Elementary ranks #82 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Lakeview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Lakeview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeview Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lakeview Elementary a charter school?
No, Lakeview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lakeview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeview Elementary?
35.8% of students at Lakeview 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Lyon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (507) 423-5164
Resources & Links
District
LAKEVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 724
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,080
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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