Lakeville South High School is a high school located Lakeville, Minnesota, United States. To meet the needs of a growing population, in the early 2000s the district began construction of LSHS. LSHS enrolled students for the first time in fall 2005.
Serving 1,816 students in grades 9-12, Lakeville South High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,816 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeville South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lakeville South High School's student population of 1,816 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,816 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Gold and Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeville South 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 South High School is 0.51, 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
#327 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
68%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeville South High School's ranking?
Lakeville South High School is ranked #327 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lakeville South High School often compared to?
Lakeville South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeville North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeville South High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeville South High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lakeville South High School?
1,816 students attend Lakeville South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lakeville South High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeville South High School?
Lakeville South High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeville South High School offer ?
Lakeville South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeville South High School part of?
Lakeville South High School is part of Lakeville Area Schools.
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