Below Average
#1866 of 1,992 schools in MN
Step
High School · FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
200 SW 4TH STREET, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 12 schools in Forest Lake. Learn more
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
4.0
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
4.0
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,866 of 1,992
In Forest Lake
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Step
High School in Forest Lake · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Forest Lake Elementary
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About Step
Step is a public high school in Forest Lake, MN, part of FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Step serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Step has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,866 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Step 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.
Step runs 23:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Step Compares
See how Step performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 SW 4TH STREET, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Step may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Lakes Academy Upper School (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LILA Upper School (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WHITE BEAR TRANSITION PLUS PROGRAM (rated 6.6/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Hugo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Forest Lake, see our Forest Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST LAKE ELEMENTARY Forest Lake | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Forest View Elementary Forest Lake | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Forest Lake Area Community School Forest Lake | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Forest Lake | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| LILA Kinder Center Forest Lake | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| LILA Lower School Forest Lake | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| North Lakes Academy Upper School Forest Lake | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forest Lake | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Forest Lake Area High School Forest Lake | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Forest Lake Area Middle School Forest Lake | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| North Lakes Academy Middle School Forest Lake | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| North Lakes Academy Elementary Forest Lake | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| LILA Upper School Forest Lake | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Wyoming Elementary Wyoming | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Forest Lake | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ONEKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hugo | 6.9 mi | 6.7 |
| North Star Elementary Hugo | 7.2 mi | 5.7 |
| CHISAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chisago City | 6.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY Centerville | 8.3 mi | 7.7 |
| WHITE BEAR TRANSITION PLUS PROGRAM Hugo | 9.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,993
Median Home Value
$385,800
Median Rent
$1,355/mo
Population
25,759
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Riverside Academy Cambridge, MN | 4.1 |
| 199 Online High School Inver Grove Heights, MN | 3.9 |
| Waubun ALC Waubun, MN | 4.2 |
| E.C.H.O. Secondary Echo, MN | 4.3 |
| 112 ALC Independent Study Chaska, MN | 3.5 |
| Pines School - ACS Lino Lakes, MN | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Step
What grades does Step serve?
Step serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Step?
Step has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Step?
The student-teacher ratio at Step is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Step rank in MN?
Step ranks #1,866 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Step's MySchoolScout rating?
Step has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Step a charter school?
No, Step is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Step a Title I school?
No, Step is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Step?
45.7% of students at Step qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (651) 982-8129
Resources & Links
District
FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,763
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,282
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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