Very Good
#272 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 14% in state
Twin Lakes Stem Academy
Elementary School · Twin Lakes STEM Academy
6201 NOBLE AVE N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55429
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#272 of 1,992
In Brooklyn Park
#4 of 28
public schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Twin Lakes Stem Academy
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About Twin Lakes Stem Academy
Twin Lakes Stem Academy is a public elementary school in Brooklyn Park, MN, part of Twin Lakes STEM Academy. Twin Lakes Stem Academy serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Lakes Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #272 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Twin Lakes Stem Academy show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Twin Lakes Stem Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Twin Lakes Stem Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Twin Lakes Stem Academy — Students at Twin Lakes Stem Academy score 14% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 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: 9.1/10.
How Twin Lakes Stem Academy Compares
See how Twin Lakes Stem Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6201 NOBLE AVE N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55429
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Twin Lakes Stem Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIR OAKS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Progeny Academy Charter School (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Center), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Prairie Seeds El School Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn Park, see our Brooklyn Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAIR OAKS ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| GARDEN CITY ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| EXCELL ACADEMY CHARTER Brooklyn Park | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Progeny Academy Charter School Brooklyn Center | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Early Childhood Special Education Brooklyn Center | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ST ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Center | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| North View Middle School Brooklyn Park | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Zanewood Community School STEAM Brooklyn Park | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Brooklyn Middle STEAM School Brooklyn Park | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| PARK CENTER IB WORLD SCHOOL Brooklyn Park | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PALMER LAKE ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| New Millennium Academy Charter Brooklyn Center | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| INSIGHT SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Brooklyn Center | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Brooklyn Center Early College Acad Brooklyn Center | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BIRCH GROVE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Brooklyn Park | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER Crystal | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Robbinsdale | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Prairie Seeds El School Academy Brooklyn Park | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Prairie Seeds Middle School Academy Brooklyn Park | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,661
Median Home Value
$267,900
Median Rent
$1,253/mo
Population
27,570
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
33
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| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Twin Lakes Stem Academy
What grades does Twin Lakes Stem Academy serve?
Twin Lakes Stem Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Twin Lakes Stem Academy?
Twin Lakes Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Lakes Stem Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Twin Lakes Stem Academy is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Twin Lakes Stem Academy rank in MN?
Twin Lakes Stem Academy ranks #272 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Twin Lakes Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Twin Lakes Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Twin Lakes Stem Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Lakes Stem Academy has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Twin Lakes Stem Academy a charter school?
Yes, Twin Lakes Stem Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Twin Lakes Stem Academy a Title I school?
No, Twin Lakes Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twin Lakes Stem Academy?
99.0% of students at Twin Lakes Stem 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.1%
- Phone
- (763) 338-9373
Resources & Links
District
Twin Lakes STEM Academy- District Enrollment
- 203
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,395
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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