Serving 36 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoenix Learning Center's student population of 36 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Motto
The place to dream, believe and achieve.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Phoenix Learning Center is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
86%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Learning Center is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Phoenix Learning Center?
36 students attend Phoenix Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Phoenix Learning Center students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Learning Center?
Phoenix Learning Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phoenix Learning Center offer ?
Phoenix Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoenix Learning Center part of?
Phoenix Learning Center is part of Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools.
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