Serving 13 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 46%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Benson Area Learning Center's student population of 13 students has declined by 27% 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
13 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benson Area Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson Area Learning Center is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
31%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
12%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
12%
8%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson Area Learning Center's ranking?
Benson Area Learning Center is ranked #673 out of 1,773 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 46% 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 83.3%.
How many students attend Benson Area Learning Center?
13 students attend Benson Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Benson Area Learning Center students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benson Area Learning Center?
Benson Area Learning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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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