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Lakeville North High School

19600 Ipava Ave
Lakeville, MN 55044
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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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 1,866 students in grades 7-12, 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 24:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 1,866 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : 97% (Top 1% in MN)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 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:

School Overview

Lakeville North High School's student population of 1,866 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 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 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#308 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
56%
46%
63%
51%
55%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
1,866 students attend Lakeville North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lakeville North High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeville North High School?
Lakeville North High School has a student ration of 24:1, 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 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeville North High School part of?
Lakeville North High School is part of Lakeville Area Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 1,866 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : 97% (Top 1%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 63% (Top 20%)
  • : 55% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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