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Benson Area Learning Center
High School · BENSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1400 MONTANA AVE, Benson, MN 56215
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Benson Area Learning Center
Benson Area Learning Center is a public high school in Benson, MN, part of the BENSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 14 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $58,198, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 14 students, Benson Area Learning Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Benson Area Learning Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 1400 MONTANA AVE, Benson, MN 56215
- Website
- benson.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (320) 843-2710
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
1400 MONTANA AVE, Benson, MN 56215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benson Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HANCOCK SEC. (rated 7.2/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Hancock). Another option is MINNEWASKA SECONDARY (rated 6.4/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Glenwood). Additionally, MN River Valley ALC-Seatbased (rated 6.3/10, 26.2 miles away, in nearby Montevideo). For more schools in Benson, see our Benson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BENSON SECONDARY Benson | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Benson | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Heartland Girls Ranch Benson | 0.7 mi | — |
| MURDOCK ELEMENTARY Murdock | 11.9 mi | 7.4 |
| LAKE COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Starbuck | 15.8 mi | — |
| HANCOCK ELEMENTARY Hancock | 15.4 mi | 8.2 |
| HANCOCK SEC. Hancock | 15.4 mi | 7.2 |
| GLACIAL HILLS ELEMENTARY Starbuck | 20.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Minnewaska Area WIN Academy Starbuck | 20.4 mi | 7.0 |
| KERKHOVEN SECONDARY Kerkhoven | 15.9 mi | 3.1 |
| MINNEWASKA SECONDARY Glenwood | 22.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Minnewaska Area Intermediate School Glenwood | 22.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MINNEWASKA AREA JUNIOR HIGH Glenwood | 22.2 mi | 6.3 |
| RAMSEY ELEMENTARY Montevideo | 25.7 mi | 7.6 |
| SWWC ELC - Montevideo Montevideo | 25.9 mi | — |
| Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center Montevideo | 26.2 mi | — |
| MN River Valley ALC-Seatbased Montevideo | 26.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MINNEWASKA AREA ELEMENTARY Glenwood | 24.8 mi | 7.9 |
| MINNEWASKA EARLY CHILDHOOD SP.ED. Glenwood | 24.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Sanford Elementary School Montevideo | 26.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,198
Median Home Value
$161,400
Median Rent
$940/mo
Population
4,701
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
43.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Benson Area Learning Center has a median household income of $58,198. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,400, with a median rent of $940/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AITKIN ALTERNATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM Aitkin, MN | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
| Access Cottage Grove, MN | — |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson, MN | — |
| Anchor Columbia Heights, MN | — |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Mendota Hts, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benson Area Learning Center
What grades does Benson Area Learning Center serve?
Benson Area Learning Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Benson Area Learning Center?
Benson Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benson Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Benson Area Learning Center is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Benson Area Learning Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Benson Area Learning Center has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Benson Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Benson Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benson Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Benson Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benson Area Learning Center?
50.0% of students at Benson 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (263/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Benson). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Swift County
- Phone
- (320) 843-2710
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BENSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 774
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,644
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