Serving 29 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 45%). 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 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
Top Rankings
Princeton Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Princeton Area Learning Center's student population of 29 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Princeton Area Learning Center is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
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
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Princeton Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Princeton Area Learning Center is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Princeton Area Learning Center?
29 students attend Princeton Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Princeton Area Learning Center students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
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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