Serving 16 students in grades 7-12, Milaca 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milaca Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Milaca Area Learning Center's student population of 16 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Green and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Milaca Area Learning Center is 0.41, 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)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Hispanic
13%
12%
White
75%
60%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
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 Milaca Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Milaca Area Learning Center is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Milaca Area Learning Center?
16 students attend Milaca Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Milaca Area Learning Center students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milaca Area Learning Center?
Milaca Area Learning Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milaca Area Learning Center offer ?
Milaca Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milaca Area Learning Center part of?
Milaca Area Learning Center is part of Milaca Public School District.
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