Serving 16 students in grades 7-12, Milaca 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 45%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority 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: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Milaca Area Learning Center encompasses the entire district and covers approximately 285.2 square miles in Milaca, MN. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milaca Area Learning Center's student population of 16 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Milaca Area Learning Center is 0.41, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
12%
White
75%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milaca Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Milaca Area Learning Center is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Milaca Area Learning Center?
16 students attend Milaca Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Milaca Area Learning Center students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milaca Area Learning Center?
Milaca Area Learning Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milaca Area Learning Center offer ?
Milaca Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milaca Area Learning Center part of?
Milaca Area Learning Center is part of Milaca Public School District.
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