Lakes Intl Language Academy Upper School

Lakes Intl Language Academy Upper School

Charter Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
19850 Fenway Ave N,  Forest Lake, MN
4.3
4.0
574 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Nancy Hawkinson
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average SAT Score
1260
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
43%
Reading Proficiency
61%
Average GPA
3.79
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.79
Reading Proficiency
61%
Math Proficiency
43%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
60
Full Time Teachers
57
Part Time Teachers
3
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1260
Math
610
Verbal
650
Average ACT
26
Math
26
English
26
Reading
28
Science
26
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
35.5%
State Average
31.9%
Science
27.6%
State Average
34%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
546:1

Student Diversity

Female
55%
Male
45%
White
75.2%
Hispanic
14.2%
Two or more races
5.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.5%
Black
1.9%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#5 Best Charter HS in Minnesota
#7 Best Charter MS in Minnesota
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 61 Students
University of Minnesota Duluth 25 Students
University of St. Thomas - Minnesota 25 Students
Gustavus Adolphus College 21 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 19 Students
Winona State University 18 Students
Macalester College 18 Students
Minnesota State University, Mankato 17 Students
St. Olaf College 17 Students
University of Iowa 16 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 18 Students
Biology 16 Students
Spanish Language and Literature 13 Students
English 11 Students
Computer Science 10 Students
Pre-Law Studies 8 Students
Environmental Science 8 Students
Nursing 7 Students
Neuroscience and Neurobiology 7 Students
Mathematics 7 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 12 Reviews
4.0 Senior
9/12/2024
I go to LILA and like it a lot. The Diploma Program is very rigorous but prepares us well for college.
5.0 Senior
11/5/2023
The teachers support all the students and really want to see them succeed. There is a variety of clubs and sports to play and the atmosphere of the school is very accepting.
5.0 Senior
8/3/2018
I came to LILA my sophomore year of high school, and it saved my life. My old school wasn't good for me, and LILA did what I needed them to do for me to succeed. I owe everything to them. My counselor, my teachers, my new family, and just the community it built. I've never felt more safe or connected to other people before. LILA is my home.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 4 Reviews
5.0 other
8/20/2024
Excellent school community where everyone is welcome and valued. The school district's goal is to prepare tomorrow’s critical thinkers and global citizens through language acquisition and inquiry-driven study. Students are encouraged to think for oneself, think about others and think beyond today. V...
5.0 parent
8/23/2023
LILA is a place we have finally felt at home in our schooling. The community supports one another, the teachers and students. It is a passionate group to help everyone grow
5.0 parent
5/24/2022
Our children are thriving at LILA. We appreciate the open communication from both teachers and administration, excellent instruction in the target language, and plenty of extra curricular options.
1.0 parent
8/24/2017
Classes too large. Huge teacher turnover, and teachers are not very qualified nor experienced. Doesn't have programs for lower level students, nor basic skills help for the upper grades. Very little class offerings, not many advanced classes. The school flies by the seat of their pants, is disorgani...

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Lakes Intl Language Academy Upper School is a charter school for students in grades 6-12 in Forest Lake, MN, in the Forest Lake neighborhood, and is served by the Lakes International Language Academy in Minnesota. The school has a total enrollment of 574 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 43% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 61% are proficient in reading. Lakes Intl Language Academy Upper School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.79, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1260 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $456,128. Discover additional schools in the area, like Online Learning Program, Forest Lake Area High School, Forest Lake Area Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Forest Lake has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lakes Intl Language Academy Upper School.

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