Northern Lights Academy serves 5 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Lights Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Crookston, MN, encompassing approximately 413 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northern Lights Academy's student population of 5 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northern Lights Academy is 0.32, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
20%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(14-15)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (99-00)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Northern Lights Academy?
The graduation rate of Northern Lights Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Northern Lights Academy?
5 students attend Northern Lights Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Northern Lights Academy students are White, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Lights Academy?
Northern Lights Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern Lights Academy offer ?
Northern Lights Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Lights Academy part of?
Northern Lights Academy is part of Crookston Public School District.
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