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#1536 of 1,992 schools in MN
Bemidji Area Learning Center
High School · BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
502 MINNESOTA AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
54:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
54:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,536 of 1,992
In Bemidji
#13 of 17
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Bemidji Area Learning Center
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About Bemidji Area Learning Center
Bemidji Area Learning Center is a public high school in Bemidji, MN, part of BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bemidji Area Learning Center serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 54:1 student-teacher ratio. Bemidji Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,536 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Bemidji Area Learning Center show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Bemidji 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 Bemidji 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.
Bemidji Area Learning Center runs 54:1 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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Bemidji Area Learning Center — Students at Bemidji Area Learning Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Bemidji Area Learning Center Compares
See how Bemidji Area Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
502 MINNESOTA AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bemidji Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.9/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Voyageurs Expeditionary School (rated 5.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BEMIDJI SENIOR LUMBERJACK ALC (rated 5.7/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bemidji, see our Bemidji schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH Bemidji | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| BEMIDJI SENIOR LUMBERJACK ALC Bemidji | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Gene Dillon Elementary School Bemidji | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| BEMIDJI REGIONAL INTERDIST. COUNCIL Bemidji | 1.0 mi | — |
| FIRST CITY SCHOOL Bemidji | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE ALP Bemidji | 1.6 mi | — |
| OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER Bemidji | 1.5 mi | — |
| TREKNORTH HIGH SCHOOL Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Trek North Middle School Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| PAUL BUNYAN CENTER Bemidji | 2.5 mi | — |
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bemidji | 2.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Lakeside Learning Center Bemidji | 2.0 mi | — |
| ST PHILIP'S SCHOOL Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| J.W. SMITH ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn Bemidji | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary School Bemidji | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary MS Bemidji | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| HORACE MAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 4.3 mi | 4.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,782
Median Home Value
$242,400
Median Rent
$1,033/mo
Population
34,700
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| STMA Online - Secondary Saint Michael, MN | 5.1 |
| Waseca Area Learning Center Waseca, MN | 5.1 |
| Academic Excellence Online Duluth, MN | 5.0 |
| Learning Center Night Worthington, MN | 5.0 |
| CHOICE Technical Academy Owatonna, MN | 5.2 |
| CVA Fusion High School (9-12) Minneapolis, MN | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bemidji Area Learning Center
What grades does Bemidji Area Learning Center serve?
Bemidji Area Learning Center serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Bemidji Area Learning Center?
Bemidji Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bemidji Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Bemidji Area Learning Center is 54:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bemidji Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Bemidji Area Learning Center ranks #1,536 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Bemidji Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Bemidji Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Bemidji Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bemidji Area Learning Center has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bemidji Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Bemidji Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bemidji Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Bemidji Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bemidji Area Learning Center?
38.9% of students at Bemidji 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
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 54:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Beltrami County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.9%
- Phone
- (218) 333-3299
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,812
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,202
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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