Serving 32 students in grades 9-12, Crow River Area Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 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 51%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crow River Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Crow River Area Learning Center's student population of 32 students has grown by 700% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Total Classroom Teachers (18-19)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Crow River Area Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crow River Area Learning Center is 0.48, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Hispanic
22%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
69%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crow River Area Learning Center's ranking?
Crow River Area Learning Center is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crow River Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Crow River Area Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Crow River Area Learning Center?
32 students attend Crow River Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Crow River Area Learning Center students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Crow River Area Learning Center offer ?
Crow River Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crow River Area Learning Center part of?
Crow River Area Learning Center is part of Hutchinson Public School District.
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