Independent School District 194 is a state and nationally recognized K-12 public school district located in Lakeville, Minnesota. Also known as the Lakeville School District, District 194 serves approximately 11,084 students in grades Early Childhood-12 and is one of the fastest growing school districts in Minnesota.
Serving 36 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lakeville Online Academy-elementary ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeville Online Academy-elementary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lakeville Online Academy-elementary's student population of 36 students has declined by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1878
School Rankings
Lakeville Online Academy-elementary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeville Online Academy-elementary is 0.45, 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
#547 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
72%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeville Online Academy-elementary's ranking?
Lakeville Online Academy-elementary is ranked #547 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Lakeville Online Academy-elementary?
36 students attend Lakeville Online Academy-elementary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lakeville Online Academy-elementary students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeville Online Academy-elementary?
Lakeville Online Academy-elementary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakeville Online Academy-elementary offer ?
Lakeville Online Academy-elementary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lakeville Online Academy-elementary part of?
Lakeville Online Academy-elementary is part of Lakeville Area Schools.
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