For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 457 students in Lakeland, MN.
The top ranked public school in Lakeland, MN is Afton-lakeland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakeland, MN public school have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Lakeland have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Lakeland, MN (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Afton-lakeland Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
475 St Croix Trl S
Lakeland, MN 55043
(651) 351-6500
Lakeland, MN 55043
(651) 351-6500
Gr: K-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lakeland, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Lakeland, MN include Afton-lakeland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lakeland?
1 public schools are located in Lakeland.
What is the racial composition of students in Lakeland?
Lakeland public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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