Serving 153 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Crosslake Community Seat Based 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 45-49% (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 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (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
Crosslake Community Seat Based ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Crosslake Community Seat Based's student population of 153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Crosslake Community Seat Based 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 Crosslake Community Seat Based is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crosslake Community Seat Based's ranking?
Crosslake Community Seat Based is ranked #561 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?
45-49% 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 Crosslake Community Seat Based?
153 students attend Crosslake Community Seat Based.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Crosslake Community Seat Based students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crosslake Community Seat Based?
Crosslake Community Seat Based has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crosslake Community Seat Based offer ?
Crosslake Community Seat Based offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crosslake Community Seat Based part of?
Crosslake Community Seat Based is part of Crosslake Community Charter School District.
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