Below Average
#1776 of 1,992 schools in MN
Austin Area Learning Center
High School · AUSTIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
301 3RD ST NW, Austin, MN 55912
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
194:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
194:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,776 of 1,992
In Austin
#10 of 13
public schools
In district
#8 of 11
AUSTIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Austin Area Learning Center
Austin Area Learning Center is a public high school in Austin, MN, part of AUSTIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Austin Area Learning Center serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 194:1 student-teacher ratio. Austin Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,776 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Austin Area Learning Center show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Austin 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 Austin 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.
Austin Area Learning Center runs 194:1 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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Austin Area Learning Center — Students at Austin Area Learning Center score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Austin Area Learning Center Compares
See how Austin 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
301 3RD ST NW, Austin, MN 55912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Austin Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SMEC ALC (rated 6.7/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyle High School (rated 5.3/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Lyle), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AUSTIN SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.1/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AUSTIN SENIOR HIGH Austin | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Austin Online Academy Austin | 0.0 mi | 2.9 |
| AUSTIN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER Austin | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PACELLI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Austin | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SUMNER ELEMENTARY Austin | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| BANFIELD ELEMENTARY Austin | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODSON KINDERGARTEN CENTER Austin | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Oakland Education Center Austin | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SOUTHGATE ELEMENTARY Austin | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ELLIS MIDDLE Austin | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| I.J. HOLTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Austin | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| NEVELN ELEMENTARY Austin | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW DOMINION SCHOOL Austin | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| NEW DOMINION ACADEMY Austin | 2.4 mi | — |
| SMEC ALC Austin | 5.4 mi | 6.7 |
| RESET Austin | 5.4 mi | — |
| LYLE ELEMENTARY Lyle | 11.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Lyle High School Lyle | 11.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Lyle Middle Lyle | 11.1 mi | 4.2 |
| BLOOMING PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Blooming Prairie | 14.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,205
Median Home Value
$161,800
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
29,438
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ISD 181 LEARNING CENTER Brainerd, MN | 4.4 |
| Eden Prairie Online Secondary Eden Prairie, MN | 4.5 |
| NORTHFIELD AREA LEARNING CENTER Northfield, MN | 4.5 |
| Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley, MN | 4.5 |
| LEAP HIGH SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | 4.3 |
| FIT Academy High School Apple Valley, MN | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Austin Area Learning Center
What grades does Austin Area Learning Center serve?
Austin Area Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Austin Area Learning Center?
Austin Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Austin Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Austin Area Learning Center is 194:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Austin Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Austin Area Learning Center ranks #1,776 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Austin Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Austin Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Austin Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Austin Area Learning Center has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Austin Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Austin Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Austin Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Austin Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Austin Area Learning Center?
71.6% of students at Austin 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
- 194
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 194:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mower County
- Phone
- (507) 460-1804
- 4-Year Graduation
- 34.5%
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,146
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,309
- District Rank
- #8 of 11
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