LAKELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lakeland Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Willmar Public School District school district, located in WILLMAR, MN with about 552 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Lakeland Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lakeland Elementary School, located at 1001 Lakeland Drive SE in Willmar, Minnesota, serves as a key educational hub for the local community within the Willmar Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students in their early elementary years can develop foundational academic skills, social-emotional intelligence, and a lifelong curiosity for learning. By emphasizing a well-rounded curriculum, the school strives to prepare its young learners for future success both inside and outside the classroom.

Beyond academics, Lakeland Elementary places a strong value on community engagement and the partnership between educators and families. The school environment is designed to be welcoming and safe, ensuring that students from diverse backgrounds feel encouraged to participate fully in school activities. Through its commitment to staff development and student-centered instruction, Lakeland Elementary plays a vital role in shaping the character and academic growth of the children in the Willmar area.

For more information, contact Lakeland Elementary School at (320) 263-5020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.