Serving 7 students in grades 6-12, Lakeside Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lakeside Learning Center's student population of 7 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lakeside Learning Center is 0.42, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
71%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
29%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Learning Center?
7 students attend Lakeside Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lakeside Learning Center students are American Indian, and 29% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeside Learning Center?
Lakeside Learning Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeside Learning Center offer ?
Lakeside Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Learning Center part of?
Lakeside Learning Center is part of Bemidji ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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