Serving 76 students in grades 7-12, River Bend 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bend Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
River Bend Area Learning Center's student population of 76 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Bend Area Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Bend Area Learning Center is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1197 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
21%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bend Area Learning Center's ranking?
River Bend Area Learning Center is ranked #1197 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Bend Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of River Bend Area Learning Center is 30-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend River Bend Area Learning Center?
76 students attend River Bend Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of River Bend Area Learning Center students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Bend Area Learning Center?
River Bend Area Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Bend Area Learning Center offer ?
River Bend Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is River Bend Area Learning Center part of?
River Bend Area Learning Center is part of River Bend Education School District.
School Reviews
5 10/14/2017
I have learned the meaning of family and trust and loyalty when I went to this scjool, I've seen kids come in being hood rats and gang bangers and now they are living good and are still conected to the school cause they helped the students realize what's really important in life and they are right by your side 24/7 you can literally talk to any of those teachers and tell them anything, granted they might tell a couple of other teachers if it's huge like u killed someone but they have all literally been through hell and back multiple times and even went through it with the students just to show that there is still pride left to make you bigger and better, which is why the schools mascot is a Phenix, cause no matter what happens u can always be better.
5 10/6/2012
The teachers are incredibly dedicated, and go the extra mile for the students and their families! Academics are excellent!
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