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Lily Lake Elementary

Elementary School · Stillwater Area Public Schools

2003 WILLARD ST W, Stillwater, MN 55082

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,178 of 1,992

In Stillwater

#10 of 15

public schools

In district

#6 of 13

Stillwater Area Public Schools

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Lily Lake Elementary

5.9/10

Elementary School in Stillwater · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Chesterton Academy of the St Croix Valley

7.9/10

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5.4/10

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About Lily Lake Elementary

Lily Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Stillwater, MN, part of Stillwater Area Public Schools. Lily Lake Elementary serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Lily Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,178 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Lily Lake Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,764
Chronic Absenteeism19.2%

Lily Lake Elementary — Students at Lily Lake Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
51%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Lily Lake Elementary Compares

See how Lily Lake Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in MN
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2003 WILLARD ST W, Stillwater, MN 55082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lily Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Houlton Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Houlton), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GATE 4/5 (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stillwater, see our Stillwater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF THE ST CROIX VALLEY Stillwater 0.7 mi 7.9
STONEBRIDGE ELEMENTARY Stillwater 1.1 mi 5.4
NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL INC. Stillwater 1.0 mi 5.9
Stillwater Middle School Stillwater 1.0 mi 7.1
GATE 4/5 Stillwater 1.0 mi 7.8
A/O PROGRAM White Bear Lake 1.0 mi
STILLWATER SPECIAL SERVICES-ECSE Stillwater 1.0 mi 5.4
RUTHERFORD ELEMENTARY Stillwater 1.3 mi 6.0
STILLWATER AREA HIGH SCHOOL Stillwater 1.6 mi 5.8
ST CROIX VALLEY AREA LEARNING CNTR. Stillwater 1.6 mi 5.7
ST CROIX CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stillwater 1.3 mi 5.4
STILLWATER DIST. SPECIAL SERVICES Stillwater 1.4 mi
Bridge Transition Program Stillwater 1.4 mi
Marine Area Community School Stillwater 1.6 mi 7.5
SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stillwater 1.5 mi 4.2
WCJC Stillwater 1.7 mi
Houlton Elementary Houlton 2.4 mi 9.1
Hudson 4K Houlton 2.4 mi 3.2
MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-STILLWATER Bayport 2.6 mi
ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER Stillwater 2.9 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,538

Median Home Value

$459,500

Median Rent

$1,439/mo

Population

36,414

College Educated

52.8%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

44.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lily Lake Elementary

What grades does Lily Lake Elementary serve?

Lily Lake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lily Lake Elementary?

Lily Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lily Lake Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lily Lake Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lily Lake Elementary rank in MN?

Lily Lake Elementary ranks #1,178 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Lily Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lily Lake 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 Lily Lake Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lily Lake Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lily Lake Elementary a charter school?

No, Lily Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lily Lake Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lily Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lily Lake Elementary?

30.9% of students at Lily Lake 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.2%

District

Stillwater Area Public Schools
District Enrollment
8,368
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,764
District Rank
#6 of 13

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