Serving 84 students in grades 7-12, Centennial 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 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (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
School Overview
Centennial Area Learning Center's student population of 84 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Centennial 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 Centennial Area Learning Center is 0.65, which is more 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
21:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
17%
12%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Centennial Area Learning Center's ranking?
Centennial 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 Centennial Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Centennial Area Learning Center is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Centennial Area Learning Center?
84 students attend Centennial Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Centennial Area Learning Center students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Area Learning Center?
Centennial Area Learning Center has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centennial Area Learning Center offer ?
Centennial Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial Area Learning Center part of?
Centennial Area Learning Center is part of Centennial Public School District.
School Reviews
5 4/19/2008
I am a former student and the teachers here are great, they are very hands on and focused on helping the kids learn and succeed...
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