Serving 40 students in grades 7-12, Central Lakes Adventure School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Lakes Adventure School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Lakes Adventure School's student population of 40 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Central Lakes Adventure School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Lakes Adventure School is 0.35, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1209 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
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 is Central Lakes Adventure School's ranking?
Central Lakes Adventure School is ranked #1209 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Central Lakes Adventure School often compared to?
Central Lakes Adventure Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pillager Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Lakes Adventure School?
The graduation rate of Central Lakes Adventure School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Lakes Adventure School?
40 students attend Central Lakes Adventure School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Central Lakes Adventure School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Lakes Adventure School?
Central Lakes Adventure School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Lakes Adventure School offer ?
Central Lakes Adventure School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Lakes Adventure School part of?
Central Lakes Adventure School is part of Central Lakes Adventure School District.
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