Serving 1,239 students in grades 8-12, Albert Lea Senior High School 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 23% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert Lea Senior High School's student population of 1,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albert Lea Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert Lea Senior High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1382 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
23%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
62%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert Lea Senior High School's ranking?
Albert Lea Senior High School is ranked #1382 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Albert Lea Senior High School often compared to?
Albert Lea Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alden-conger Secondary, Byron Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albert Lea Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Albert Lea Senior High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Albert Lea Senior High School?
1,239 students attend Albert Lea Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Albert Lea Senior High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert Lea Senior High School?
Albert Lea Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albert Lea Senior High School offer ?
Albert Lea Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Albert Lea Senior High School part of?
Albert Lea Senior High School is part of Albert Lea Public School District.
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