Below Average
#1650 of 1,992 schools in MN
Albert Lea Area Learning Center
High School · ALBERT LEA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
2200 RIVERLAND DRIVE, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,650 of 1,992
In Albert Lea
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
ALBERT LEA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Albert Lea Area Learning Center
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About Albert Lea Area Learning Center
Albert Lea Area Learning Center is a public high school in Albert Lea, MN, part of ALBERT LEA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Albert Lea Area Learning Center serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Albert Lea Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,650 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Albert Lea Area Learning Center show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, Albert Lea Area Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Albert Lea Area Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Albert Lea Area Learning Center runs 24.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Albert Lea Area Learning Center — Students at Albert Lea Area Learning Center score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 20 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Albert Lea Area Learning Center Compares
See how Albert Lea Area Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2200 RIVERLAND DRIVE, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Albert Lea Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ALDEN-CONGER SECONDARY (rated 7.1/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Alden), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLENVILLE-EMMONS SECONDARY (rated 6.9/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Glenville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NRHEG SECONDARY (rated 5.3/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby New Richland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albert Lea, see our Albert Lea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALBERT LEA SENIOR HIGH Albert Lea | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed Albert Lea | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| ST THEODORE'S EL Albert Lea | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| HALVERSON ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SIBLEY ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Albert Lea | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| GLENVILLE EMMONS ELEMENTARY Glenville | 8.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Success East Austin | 8.1 mi | — |
| GLENVILLE-EMMONS SECONDARY Glenville | 8.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Success West Austin | 8.5 mi | — |
| HOLLANDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollandale | 9.3 mi | 6.2 |
| NRHEG ELEMENTARY Ellendale | 13.7 mi | 7.3 |
| First Step Alden Austin | 11.0 mi | — |
| Enrich Alden Austin | 11.0 mi | — |
| ALDEN-CONGER ELEMENTARY Alden | 11.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ALDEN-CONGER SECONDARY Alden | 11.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Next Step West (Alden) Alden | 11.1 mi | — |
| NRHEG SECONDARY New Richland | 16.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,479
Median Home Value
$161,100
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
21,467
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TRANSITION PLUS Apple Valley, MN | 4.8 |
| IVAN SAND COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Elk River, MN | 4.7 |
| Saints Academy Saint Francis, MN | 4.7 |
| BRIDGES Andover, MN | 4.9 |
| 196Online High School Rosemount, MN | 4.6 |
| BUTTERFIELD SECONDARY Butterfield, MN | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Albert Lea Area Learning Center
What grades does Albert Lea Area Learning Center serve?
Albert Lea Area Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Albert Lea Area Learning Center?
Albert Lea Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Albert Lea Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Albert Lea Area Learning Center is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Albert Lea Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Albert Lea Area Learning Center ranks #1,650 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Albert Lea Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Albert Lea Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Albert Lea Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Albert Lea Area Learning Center has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Albert Lea Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Albert Lea Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Albert Lea Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Albert Lea Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Albert Lea Area Learning Center?
72.6% of students at Albert Lea Area Learning Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 124
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Freeborn County
- Phone
- (507) 369-1453
- 4-Year Graduation
- 32.0%
Resources & Links
District
ALBERT LEA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,338
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,107
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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