Lakeville North High School is a public high school in northern Lakeville, Minnesota, United States. Formerly Lakeville Senior High School, LNHS received its current name when a second high school, Lakeville South High School, was built. Grades 9–12 attend the school, and its principal is Kim Budde.
Serving 1,871 students in grades 9-12, Lakeville North High School ranks in the top 20% 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 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,871 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeville North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lakeville North High School's student population of 1,871 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,871 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeville North High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeville North High School is 0.53, 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
#308 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
67%
60%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeville North High School's ranking?
Lakeville North High School is ranked #308 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lakeville North High School often compared to?
Lakeville North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeville South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeville North High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeville North High School is 97%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lakeville North High School?
1,871 students attend Lakeville North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lakeville North High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeville North High School?
Lakeville North High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeville North High School offer ?
Lakeville North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeville North High School part of?
Lakeville North High School is part of Lakeville Area Schools.
School Reviews
Review Lakeville North High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.
