Dakota County Area Learning School serves 15 students in grades 7-12.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota County Area Learning School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dakota County Area Learning School's student population of 15 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dakota County Area Learning School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
26%
10%
Black
7%
12%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dakota County Area Learning School?
15 students attend Dakota County Area Learning School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Dakota County Area Learning School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What grades does Dakota County Area Learning School offer ?
Dakota County Area Learning School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Dakota County Area Learning School part of?
Dakota County Area Learning School is part of Intermediate School District 917.
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