Serving 30 students in grades 6-12, Mahnomen Area Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mahnomen Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mahnomen Area Learning Center's student population of 30 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mahnomen Area Learning Center is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
13:1
American Indian
93%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mahnomen Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Mahnomen Area Learning Center is 21-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mahnomen Area Learning Center?
30 students attend Mahnomen Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mahnomen Area Learning Center students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mahnomen Area Learning Center?
Mahnomen Area Learning Center has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mahnomen Area Learning Center offer ?
Mahnomen Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mahnomen Area Learning Center part of?
Mahnomen Area Learning Center is part of Mahnomen Public School District.
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