Forest Lake, Minnesota is a small city located in Washington County with an estimated population of 15,856 people. It is known for its rural atmosphere and strong sense of community. The education system in Forest Lake is highly rated and provides students with excellent educational opportunities. The Forest Lake Public School District operates three elementary schools, one middle school and one high school, all of which are well maintained and provide students with a quality education. The district also offers a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs that help to engage students outside of the classroom. As far as higher education goes, nearby cities such as Minneapolis, St Paul and Stillwater offer residents plenty of choices when it comes to selecting a college or university. All in all, Forest lake has an excellent educational system that prepares students for success both in their academic studies as well as after they graduate from high school.
Forest Lake schools spend $11,317 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 16 pupils per teacher, 1,128 students per librarian, and 752 children per counselor.