Serving 39 students in grades 9-12, Mora Alternative 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%).
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (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 Mora Alternative Program covers the entire school district in Mora, MN, encompassing approximately 261.3 square miles. Families typically reside within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mora Alternative Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mora Alternative Learning Center's student population of 39 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
2 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mora Alternative 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 Mora Alternative Learning Center is 0.19, 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 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
American Indian
3%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-69%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)92.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Mora Alternative Learning Center's ranking?
Mora Alternative 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 Mora Alternative Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Mora Alternative Learning Center is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Mora Alternative Learning Center?
39 students attend Mora Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mora Alternative Learning Center students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Mora Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Mora Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mora Alternative Learning Center part of?
Mora Alternative Learning Center is part of Mora School District.
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