Serving 829 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Lake Elementary School's student population of 829 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lake Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lake Elementary School's ranking?
East Lake Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are East Lake Elementary School often compared to?
East Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Pine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend East Lake Elementary School?
829 students attend East Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of East Lake Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Lake Elementary School?
East Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Lake Elementary School offer ?
East Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Lake Elementary School part of?
East Lake Elementary School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
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