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#1457 of 1,992 schools in MN
Crossroads Area Learning Center
High School · EAST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
61085 STATE HIGHWAY 23, Finlayson, MN 55735
Enrollment
38
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
38
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,457 of 1,992
In Finlayson
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
EAST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Crossroads Area Learning Center
High School in Finlayson · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Crossroads Area Learning Center
Crossroads Area Learning Center is a public high school in Finlayson, MN, part of EAST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Crossroads Area Learning Center serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 7th-12th. Crossroads Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,457 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Crossroads Area Learning Center show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Crossroads 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 Crossroads 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.
Crossroads Area Learning Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Crossroads Area Learning Center — Students at Crossroads Area Learning Center score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 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 Crossroads Area Learning Center Compares
See how Crossroads Area Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
61085 STATE HIGHWAY 23, Finlayson, MN 55735
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crossroads Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BARNUM SECONDARY (rated 7.2/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Barnum), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINE CITY AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 26.3 miles away, in nearby Pine City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOOSE LAKE SECONDARY (rated 6.9/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Moose Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Finlayson, see our Finlayson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Finlayson | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| EAST CENTRAL SENIOR SECONDARY Finlayson | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| FINLAYSON ELEMENTARY Finlayson | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| WILLOW RIVER ELEMENTARY Willow River | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| WILLOW RIVER SECONDARY Willow River | 9.6 mi | 6.4 |
| HINCKLEY ELEMENTARY Hinckley | 12.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Pine County Transition Program Hinckley | 12.4 mi | — |
| HINCKLEY-FINLAYSON SECONDARY Hinckley | 12.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Empower Learning Center Hinckley | 12.4 mi | — |
| MOOSE LAKE ELEMENTARY Moose Lake | 17.6 mi | 6.4 |
| MOOSE LAKE SECONDARY Moose Lake | 17.6 mi | 6.9 |
| MCF-MOOSE LAKE/WILLOW RIVER Moose Lake | 18.3 mi | — |
| BARNUM ELEMENTARY Barnum | 23.5 mi | 8.4 |
| BARNUM SECONDARY Barnum | 23.7 mi | 7.2 |
| PINE CITY ELEMENTARY Pine City | 25.6 mi | 4.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Pine City | 25.6 mi | — |
| Vision Pine City | 26.0 mi | — |
| PINE CITY AREA LEARNING CENTER Pine City | 26.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PINE CITY SECONDARY Pine City | 26.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Grantsburg High Grantsburg | 29.2 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,125
Median Home Value
$233,500
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
1,802
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
92.4%
Avg Commute
35.1 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
52.3
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| La Crescent Sec Montessori/STEM La Crescent, MN | 5.3 |
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| CHOICE Technical Academy Owatonna, MN | 5.2 |
| Norse Area Learning Center North Branch, MN | 5.4 |
| Wellstone International High - SWS Minneapolis, MN | 5.4 |
| CVSEC STEP Faribault, MN | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crossroads Area Learning Center
What grades does Crossroads Area Learning Center serve?
Crossroads Area Learning Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Crossroads Area Learning Center?
Crossroads Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
How does Crossroads Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Crossroads Area Learning Center ranks #1,457 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Crossroads Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Crossroads 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 Crossroads Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crossroads Area Learning Center has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Crossroads Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Crossroads Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crossroads Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Crossroads Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crossroads Area Learning Center?
81.6% of students at Crossroads 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Pine County
- Phone
- (320) 245-6016
- 4-Year Graduation
- 49.5%
Resources & Links
District
EAST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 765
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,185
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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