Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs

CLOQUET AREA ALT. ED. PROGRAMS is an alternative school located in Cloquet, Minnesota, serving students from sixth through twelfth grade.

With a total enrollment of 91 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13:1, the school provides personalized attention to each student. The setting is on the fringe of an urban area, offering a blend of small-town charm and easy access to city amenities. The school's MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 reflects areas where there’s room for academic growth.

On state assessments, Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs ranks in the 21st percentile among Minnesota schools, with a focus on student development rather than high test scores.

In ELA/reading proficiency, about 23% of students are at or above grade level, while only 7% meet math proficiency standards. CLOQUET AREA ALT. ED.

PROGRAMS is situated in an area that offers both the community feel of a small town and proximity to urban resources, providing a supportive environment for its diverse student body.

With an enrollment of 91 students, Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs 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.

While current test scores at Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.