Serving 76 students in grades 5-12, Marshall 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: MEC Learning Alternatives' attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Marshall, MN, covering an area of approximately 163.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 7.1 miles and the furthest edge located 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Marshall Area Learning Center's student population of 76 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall Area Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Area Learning Center is 0.64, 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
#1179 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
24%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
54%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Area Learning Center's ranking?
Marshall Area Learning Center is ranked #1179 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Marshall Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Marshall Area Learning Center is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Marshall Area Learning Center?
76 students attend Marshall Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Marshall Area Learning Center students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Area Learning Center?
Marshall Area Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall Area Learning Center offer ?
Marshall Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshall Area Learning Center part of?
Marshall Area Learning Center is part of Marshall Public School District.
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