Serving 916 students in grades 7-8, Forest Lake Area Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Lake Area Middle School's student population of 916 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 585% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
916 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Forest Lake Area Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Lake Area Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#925 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
79%
60%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Lake Area Middle School's ranking?
Forest Lake Area Middle School is ranked #925 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Forest Lake Area Middle School?
916 students attend Forest Lake Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Forest Lake Area Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Lake Area Middle School?
Forest Lake Area Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Lake Area Middle School offer ?
Forest Lake Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Lake Area Middle School part of?
Forest Lake Area Middle School is part of Forest Lake Public School District.
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