Serving 32 students in grades 7-12, Crossroads 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 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Crossroads Area Learning Center encompasses the entire school district in Finlayson, MN, covering approximately 628 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 15.4 miles and the furthest point located up to 31.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crossroads Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Crossroads Area Learning Center's student population of 32 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crossroads 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 Crossroads Area Learning Center is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2011–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
25%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-59%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal, Silver, White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossroads Area Learning Center's ranking?
Crossroads 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 Crossroads Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Crossroads Area Learning Center is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Crossroads Area Learning Center?
32 students attend Crossroads Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Crossroads Area Learning Center students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crossroads Area Learning Center?
Crossroads Area Learning Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crossroads Area Learning Center offer ?
Crossroads Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crossroads Area Learning Center part of?
Crossroads Area Learning Center is part of East Central School District.
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