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Swmetro Lakeside Academy
High School · Southwest Metro Intermediate 288
4601 DEAN LAKES BLVD, Shakopee, MN 55379
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
19:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
19:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Swmetro Lakeside Academy
High School in Shakopee · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Swmetro Lakeside Academy
Swmetro Lakeside Academy is a public high school in Shakopee, MN, part of Southwest Metro Intermediate 288. Swmetro Lakeside Academy serves approximately 19 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Swmetro Lakeside Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 19 students, Swmetro Lakeside Academy 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.
Swmetro Lakeside Academy 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Address
- 4601 DEAN LAKES BLVD, Shakopee, MN 55379
- Phone
- (952) 567-8100
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 9 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
4601 DEAN LAKES BLVD, Shakopee, MN 55379
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Swmetro Lakeside Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Delano High School (rated 7.4/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Delano). Another option is ST. MICHAEL-ALBERTVILLE SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Saint Michael). Additionally, ROCKFORD SECONDARY (rated 6.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Rockford). For more schools in Shakopee, see our Shakopee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKESIDE ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.0 mi | — |
| ROCKFORD MIDDLE Rockford | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet Rockford | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ROCKFORD SECONDARY Rockford | 4.8 mi | 6.6 |
| BUFFALO SENIOR HIGH Buffalo | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PHOENIX LEARNING CENTER Buffalo | 4.2 mi | 4.6 |
| HANOVER ELEMENTARY Hanover | 4.3 mi | 7.9 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| FIELDSTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Michael | 6.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ST. MICHAEL ELEMENTARY Saint Michael | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
| ST. MICHAEL-ALBERTVILLE SENIOR HIGH Saint Michael | 6.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Delano Intermediate School Delano | 7.2 mi | 8.5 |
| DELANO ELEMENTARY Delano | 7.2 mi | 8.0 |
| KNIGHTS ACADEMY Saint Michael | 5.9 mi | 6.1 |
| STMA Online - Secondary Saint Michael | 5.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Wings Transition Program Saint Michael | 5.9 mi | — |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Michael | 6.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Delano High School Delano | 7.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SWMetro Buffalo-Transitions Shakopee | 5.6 mi | — |
| Tatanka Elementary STEM School Buffalo | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,824
Median Home Value
$366,300
Median Rent
$1,540/mo
Population
49,084
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Swmetro Lakeside Academy
What grades does Swmetro Lakeside Academy serve?
Swmetro Lakeside Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Swmetro Lakeside Academy?
Swmetro Lakeside Academy has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Swmetro Lakeside Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Swmetro Lakeside Academy is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Swmetro Lakeside Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Swmetro Lakeside Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2021).
Is Swmetro Lakeside Academy a charter school?
No, Swmetro Lakeside Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Swmetro Lakeside Academy a Title I school?
No, Swmetro Lakeside Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Swmetro Lakeside Academy?
57.9% of students at Swmetro Lakeside Academy 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Wright County
- Phone
- (952) 567-8100
Resources & Links
District
Southwest Metro Intermediate 288- District Enrollment
- 521
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $55,872
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