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Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc

High School · BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

502 MINNESOTA AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601

Enrollment

67

Student-Teacher

33.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,264 of 1,992

In Bemidji

#11 of 17

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc

5.7/10

High School in Bemidji · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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5.1/10

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About Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc

Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc is a public high school in Bemidji, MN, part of BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 33.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,264 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 67 students, Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc 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 Senior Lumberjack Alc 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 Senior Lumberjack Alc runs 33.5:1 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics4.1Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
College Readiness7.5Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate69.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio33.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,202

Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc — Students at Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 16.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
49.5%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2013
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2014
ELA
10%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc Compares

See how Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in MN
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
1.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
34:1 student-teacher ratio
2 teachers

Location

502 MINNESOTA AVE NW, Bemidji, MN 56601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.9/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is Voyageurs Expeditionary School (rated 5.8/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TREKNORTH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 AREA LEARNING CENTER Bemidji 0.0 mi 5.1
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc

What grades does Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc serve?

Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc?

Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc?

The student-teacher ratio at Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc is 33.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc rank in MN?

Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc ranks #1,264 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc's MySchoolScout rating?

Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Senior Lumberjack Alc?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc a charter school?

No, Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc a Title I school?

No, Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc?

67.2% of students at Bemidji Senior Lumberjack Alc 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher Ratio
33.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.2%
Type
alternative
Setting
Remote Town
County
Beltrami County
4-Year Graduation
69.5%

District

BEMIDJI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,812
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,202
District Rank
#7 of 11

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