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#1455 of 1,992 schools in MN
Centennial Area Learning Center
High School · CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
4881 101ST LN NE, Circle Pines, MN 55014
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,455 of 1,992
In Circle Pines
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Centennial Area Learning Center
High School in Circle Pines · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Centennial Area Learning Center
Centennial Area Learning Center is a public high school in Circle Pines, MN, part of CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Centennial Area Learning Center serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 28:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,455 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Centennial Area Learning Center show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Centennial 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 Centennial 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.
Centennial Area Learning Center runs 28:1 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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Centennial Area Learning Center — Students at Centennial Area Learning Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.1%
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: 9.1/10.
How Centennial Area Learning Center Compares
See how Centennial 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
4881 101ST LN NE, Circle Pines, MN 55014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Centennial Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pines School - ACS (rated 4.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lino Lakes), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Circle Pines, see our Circle Pines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Journey Circle Pines | 0.0 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL Circle Pines | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| PROJECT SEARCH Circle Pines | 0.2 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Circle Pines | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| GOLDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Circle Pines | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE Lino Lakes | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| BLUE HERON ELEMENTARY Lino Lakes | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Karner Blue Education Center Circle Pines | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| PINES SCHOOL DAY PROGRAM Lino Lakes | 2.0 mi | — |
| Pines School - NSP Lino Lakes | 2.0 mi | — |
| MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-LINO LAKES Lino Lakes | 2.0 mi | — |
| Pines School - ACS Lino Lakes | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Pines School - RJC Lino Lakes | 2.1 mi | — |
| RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Lino Lakes | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Circle Pines | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Sunrise Elementary Blaine | 3.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Turtle Lake Elementary Shoreview | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Willows Fridley | 2.4 mi | — |
| Lino Lakes Elementary Lino Lakes | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Pinewood Elementary Mounds View | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,952
Median Home Value
$324,700
Median Rent
$1,553/mo
Population
28,975
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
84.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Centennial Area Learning Center
What grades does Centennial Area Learning Center serve?
Centennial Area Learning Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Centennial Area Learning Center?
Centennial Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Centennial Area Learning Center is 28:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Centennial Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Centennial Area Learning Center ranks #1,455 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Centennial Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Centennial Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Centennial Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial Area Learning Center has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Centennial Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Centennial Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Centennial Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Centennial Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centennial Area Learning Center?
63.1% of students at Centennial 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Phone
- (763) 398-2960
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.5%
Resources & Links
District
CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,772
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,766
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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