Serving 14 students in grades 7-12, Benson Area Learning Center ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benson Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Benson Area Learning Center's student population of 14 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Benson Area Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson Area Learning Center is 0.54, 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
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
22%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 is Benson Area Learning Center's ranking?
Benson Area Learning Center is ranked #695 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benson Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Benson Area Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Benson Area Learning Center?
14 students attend Benson Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Benson Area Learning Center students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benson Area Learning Center?
Benson Area Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benson Area Learning Center offer ?
Benson Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benson Area Learning Center part of?
Benson Area Learning Center is part of Benson Public School District.
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