Lake County Schools & Education
Lake County, Minnesota
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
72/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
92.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 86.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,984
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,463
School Score
72/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 55/100
State Score Position
#10
of 87 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Lake County
Measured School Summary
Lake County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 72/100 and a graduation rate of 92.0%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Lake County spends $8,984 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 32% above the Minnesota average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 5.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 6% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Lake County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
4 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
72/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #10 of 87 Minnesota counties with school score data.
Completion
92.0%
5.4 pts above the state average
Funding context
$8,984
$521 above the state average
School coverage
4
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Lake County has 4 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Lake County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Lake County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#10
of 87 Minnesota counties with school score data. The county score is 17 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
Elementary and high visible
1,325 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. is the largest listed district slice, with 4 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Lake County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Lake County, Minnesota
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Consolidated Quality on the North Shore
Lake County operates a highly efficient school system with four public schools serving 1,325 students. The landscape is split evenly between two elementary schools and two high schools. All schools are managed under a single, unified district structure.
One District, One Mission
The Lake Superior Public School District manages all four schools and every student within the county. This unified approach allows for streamlined resources and a consistent curriculum from Two Harbors to Silver Bay. No charter schools exist in the county, ensuring all local educational energy is focused on the district's success.
A Blend of Small Town and Rugged Rural
The county features three rural schools and one town-based school, with an average size of 331 students. Two Harbors Secondary is the largest at 597 students, providing a comprehensive high school experience. In contrast, the William Kelley campuses in Silver Bay offer a more intimate setting with 173 students each.
School Overview
Total Schools
4
in Lake County
Reported Enrollment
1,325
4 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Lake County
LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
4 Public Schools in Lake County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 4 of 4 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TWO HARBORS SECONDARY | Record | LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. | TWO HARBORS, 55616Rural: Fringe | 6–12 | High | 597 |
| MINNEHAHA ELEMENTARY | Record | LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. | TWO HARBORS, 55616Town: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 382 |
| WILLIAM KELLEY ELEMENTARY | Record | LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. | SILVER BAY, 55614Rural: Remote | PK–6 | Primary | 173 |
| Wm. M. Kelley Secondary | Record | LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. | SILVER BAY, 55614Rural: Remote | 7–12 | High | 173 |
TWO HARBORS SECONDARY
LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
TWO HARBORS, 55616 / Rural: Fringe
MINNEHAHA ELEMENTARY
LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
TWO HARBORS, 55616 / Town: Distant
WILLIAM KELLEY ELEMENTARY
LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
SILVER BAY, 55614 / Rural: Remote
Wm. M. Kelley Secondary
LAKE SUPERIOR PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
SILVER BAY, 55614 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,984
State avg $8,463
Compare Nearby Counties
Review Lake County against other counties using the same NCES-backed metrics.
Open CompareBrowse Public Schools
See school-level enrollment, grade ranges, school type, and district affiliation.
View SchoolsFrequently Asked Questions
Which Minnesota counties have the highest graduation rates?
What is per-pupil spending like in Minnesota?
How should I read the school score in Lake County?
What is the graduation rate in Lake County?
How much does Lake County spend per student?
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Lake County, Minnesota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Lake County, Minnesota?
Lake County operates a highly efficient school system with four public schools serving 1,325 students. The landscape is split evenly between two elementary schools and two high schools. All schools are managed under a single, unified district structure.
What are the major school districts in Lake County, Minnesota?
The Lake Superior Public School District manages all four schools and every student within the county. This unified approach allows for streamlined resources and a consistent curriculum from Two Harbors to Silver Bay. No charter schools exist in the county, ensuring all local educational energy is focused on the district's success.
What is the school experience like in Lake County?
The county features three rural schools and one town-based school, with an average size of 331 students. Two Harbors Secondary is the largest at 597 students, providing a comprehensive high school experience. In contrast, the William Kelley campuses in Silver Bay offer a more intimate setting with 173 students each.
Counties with Similar School Profile
Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.