Laura MacArthur Elementary

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Laura MacArthur Elementary School is located in West Duluth just off Grand Avenue, Minnesota, United States. Approximately 470 students educational needs are met by 100 full-time and part-time staff. The school is proud to have attained a four star academic achievement rating in reading and three stars in mathematics on Minnesota Department of Education's Report Card.

Laura MacArthur Elementary School was built in 1914 as the original Denfeld High School. It later became West Junior High in the 1920's. An elementary wing was added in the 1950's and it's transformation into an elementary school became complete in the 1970's.

Laura MacArthur serves Duluth neighborhoods from 34th Avenue West to 75th Avenue West. Some area attractions include Memorial Park, West Duluth Library, Lake Superior Zoo, Munger Trail, and the Western Waterfront