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#241 of 319 private schools in MN
Spirit of the Lake Community School
Elementary School
1346 W ARROWHEAD RD # 339, Duluth, MN 55811
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#241 of 319
In Duluth
#5 of 5
public schools
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Spirit of the Lake Community School
Elementary School in Duluth · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Chester Creek Academy
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About Spirit of the Lake Community School
Spirit of the Lake Community School is a private elementary school in Duluth, MN. Spirit of the Lake Community School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Spirit of the Lake Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #241 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Spirit of the Lake Community School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Spirit of the Lake Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Spirit of the Lake Community School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Spirit of the Lake Community School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Duluth, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Spirit of the Lake Community School (this school) | 5.4 |
| CHESTER CREEK ACADEMY | 5.8 |
| Lowell Elementary | 6.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion | 6.4 |
| SUPERIOR ACADEMY | — |
| MYERS-WILKINS ELEMENTARY | 4.2 |
| Arrowhead Academy | — |
| ORDEAN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| NORTH STAR ACADEMY | 4.7 |
| SPECIAL ED. N.P. | — |
| CONGDON ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER | 6.1 |
| Academic Excellence Online | 5.0 |
| ALC School Within a School | 3.7 |
| HOMECROFT ELEMENTARY | 8.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION | 4.3 |
| PIEDMONT ELEMENTARY | 8.0 |
| Rockridge Academy | 5.6 |
| Bethany Crisis Shelter | — |
| LESTER PARK ELEMENTARY | 9.2 |
| LINCOLN PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1346 W ARROWHEAD RD # 339, Duluth, MN 55811
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spirit of the Lake Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOMECROFT ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MANY RIVERS MONTESSORI (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lowell Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Duluth, see our Duluth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHESTER CREEK ACADEMY Duluth | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| MYERS-WILKINS ELEMENTARY Duluth | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| THE MARSHALL SCHOOL Duluth | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SUPERIOR ACADEMY Duluth | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lowell Elementary Duluth | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion Duluth | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Arrowhead Academy Duluth | 1.5 mi | — |
| SPECIAL ED. N.P. Duluth | 1.9 mi | — |
| THE BRIDGE Duluth | 1.9 mi | — |
| MANY RIVERS MONTESSORI Duluth | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| STELLA MARIS ACADEMY Duluth | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER Duluth | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Academic Excellence Online Duluth | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ALC Independent Study Duluth | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ALC School Within a School Duluth | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DULUTH Duluth | 1.7 mi | — |
| ORDEAN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Duluth | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTH STAR ACADEMY Duluth | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Duluth | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| HOMECROFT ELEMENTARY Duluth | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55811 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,877
Median Home Value
$299,300
Median Rent
$1,339/mo
Population
27,907
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spirit of the Lake Community School
What grades does Spirit of the Lake Community School serve?
Spirit of the Lake Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Spirit of the Lake Community School?
Spirit of the Lake Community School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spirit of the Lake Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Spirit of the Lake Community School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Spirit of the Lake Community School rank in MN?
Spirit of the Lake Community School ranks #241 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Spirit of the Lake Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Spirit of the Lake Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Spirit of the Lake Community School a private school?
Yes, Spirit of the Lake Community School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Spirit of the Lake Community School a religious school?
No, Spirit of the Lake Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (218) 721-4236
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