NORTH LAKES ACADEMY

Located at 308 15th St SW in Forest Lake, Minnesota, North Lakes Academy is an active independent charter school district serving the outer fringe of the Minneapolis–St. Paul–Bloomington metropolitan area. Operating as its own local educational agency for federal programs, the district maintains two school facilities that provide a comprehensive, continuous academic track spanning from Kindergarten through 12th grade. Its setting in a fringe town community allows the academy to foster a close-knit educational atmosphere while remaining connected to the broader Twin Cities region, making it an appealing public option for families seeking a streamlined K–12 path within a single charter system.

The district enrolls approximately 465 students, maintaining balanced class sizes across primary, middle, and high school grade levels. To support student learning and well-being, North Lakes Academy operates with a robust staffing footprint totaling over 119 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This dedicated workforce includes approximately 66 full-time teachers, 10 instructional aides, and 42 support staff members, creating an environment rich in direct instructional guidance and comprehensive administrative support. Through its well-resourced staff and focused charter model, North Lakes Academy delivers a personalized educational experience tailored to the academic and developmental needs of its growing student body.