Serving 763 students in grades 6-8, Chisago Lakes Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chisago Lakes Middle School's student population of 763 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Chisago Lakes Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chisago Lakes Middle School is 0.17, 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
#785 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisago Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Chisago Lakes Middle School is ranked #785 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Chisago Lakes Middle School?
763 students attend Chisago Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Chisago Lakes Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chisago Lakes Middle School?
Chisago Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chisago Lakes Middle School offer ?
Chisago Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chisago Lakes Middle School part of?
Chisago Lakes Middle School is part of Chisago Lakes School District.
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