Serving 79 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 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 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (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
Centennial Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Centennial Area Learning Center's student population of 79 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Centennial 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 Centennial Area Learning Center is 0.60, which is equal to 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-49%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Centennial Area Learning Center's ranking?
Centennial 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 Centennial Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Centennial Area Learning Center is 40-49%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Centennial Area Learning Center?
79 students attend Centennial Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Centennial Area Learning Center students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 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 20:1, 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 10/10/2025
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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