Serving 35 students in grades 6-12, Duluth Area Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 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 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duluth Area Learning Center's student population of 35 students has declined by 91% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Duluth Area Learning Center is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data
American Indian
11%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
57%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
20%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
30-39%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Duluth Area Learning Center often compared to?
Duluth Area Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like East High School, Denfeld High School by visitors of our site.
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 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duluth Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Duluth Area Learning Center is 30-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Duluth Area Learning Center?
35 students attend Duluth Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Duluth Area Learning Center students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duluth Area Learning Center?
Duluth Area Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Duluth Area Learning Center offer ?
Duluth Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duluth Area Learning Center part of?
Duluth Area Learning Center is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Duluth Area Learning Center located?
Duluth Area Learning Center is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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