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#1044 of 1,992 schools in MN
Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs
High School · CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
302 14TH ST, Cloquet, MN 55720
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,044 of 1,992
In Cloquet
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs
High School in Cloquet · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs
Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs is a public high school in Cloquet, MN, part of CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT.
Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio.
Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,044 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs 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 Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs — Students at Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs Compares
See how Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs 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
302 14TH ST, Cloquet, MN 55720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PROCTOR SENIOR HIGH (rated 8.0/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Proctor), which scores notably higher. Another option is LINCOLN SECONDARY (rated 7.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Esko), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WRENSHALL SECONDARY (rated 7.2/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Wrenshall), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cloquet, see our Cloquet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Lights Academy Cloquet | 0.0 mi | — |
| CAAEP EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM Cloquet | 0.0 mi | — |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Cloquet | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CLOQUET SENIOR Cloquet | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cloquet | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CLOQUET MIDDLE Cloquet | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY Cloquet | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| CLOQUET EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Cloquet | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| SHARED TIME Cloquet | 1.3 mi | — |
| NLA-Carlton Cloquet | 3.8 mi | — |
| CARLTON SECONDARY Carlton | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Fond du Lac Ojibwe School Cloquet | 3.1 mi | — |
| SOUTH TERRACE ELEMENTARY Carlton | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LINCOLN SECONDARY Esko | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY Esko | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| WRENSHALL ELEMENTARY Wrenshall | 7.6 mi | 5.1 |
| WRENSHALL SECONDARY Wrenshall | 7.6 mi | 7.2 |
| PROCTOR SENIOR HIGH Proctor | 10.2 mi | 8.0 |
| A.I. JEDLICKA MIDDLE SCHOOL Proctor | 10.2 mi | 4.9 |
| PIKE LAKE ELEMENTARY Duluth | 13.0 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,399
Median Home Value
$213,300
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
17,480
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER Duluth, MN | 6.1 |
| NORTHEAST RANGE SECONDARY Babbitt, MN | 6.1 |
| South Washington Alternative HS Cottage Grove, MN | 6.1 |
| ZUMBRO AREA LEARNING CENTER Kasson, MN | 6.1 |
| DREAM Technical Academy Willmar, MN | 6.0 |
| EL COLEGIO CHARTER SCHOOL Minneapolis, MN | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs
What grades does Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs serve?
Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs?
Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs?
The student-teacher ratio at Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs rank in MN?
Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs ranks #1,044 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs's MySchoolScout rating?
Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs a charter school?
No, Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs a Title I school?
No, Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs?
75.8% of students at Cloquet Area Alt. Ed. Programs 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carlton County
- Phone
- (218) 879-0115
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.5%
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District
CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,598
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,871
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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