Serving 24 students in grades 9-12, Princeton 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%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Princeton Area Learning Center's student population of 24 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Princeton Area Learning Center is 0.30, 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)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
59%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
9%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 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 Princeton Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Princeton Area Learning Center is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Princeton Area Learning Center?
24 students attend Princeton Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Princeton Area Learning Center students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Princeton Area Learning Center offer ?
Princeton Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Princeton Area Learning Center part of?
Princeton Area Learning Center is part of Princeton Public School District.
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