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#1046 of 1,992 schools in MN
Duluth Area Learning Center
High School · DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
11 E SUPERIOR ST STE 450, Duluth, MN 55802
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,046 of 1,992
In Duluth
#16 of 28
public schools
In district
#12 of 22
DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Duluth Area Learning Center
High School in Duluth · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Duluth Area Learning Center
Duluth Area Learning Center is a public high school in Duluth, MN, part of DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Duluth Area Learning Center serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Duluth Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,046 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Duluth Area Learning Center show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Duluth 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.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Duluth Area Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Duluth Area Learning Center — Students at Duluth Area Learning Center score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Duluth Area Learning Center Compares
See how Duluth 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
11 E SUPERIOR ST STE 450, Duluth, MN 55802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Duluth Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARBOR CITY INTERNATIONAL CHARTER (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academic Excellence Online (rated 5.0/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, ALC Independent Study (rated 3.8/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Duluth, see our Duluth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Excellence Online Duluth | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ALC Independent Study Duluth | 0.0 mi | 3.8 |
| ALC School Within a School Duluth | 0.0 mi | 3.7 |
| HARBOR CITY INTERNATIONAL CHARTER Duluth | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Duluth | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| MYERS-WILKINS ELEMENTARY Duluth | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| THE MARSHALL SCHOOL Duluth | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| SPECIAL ED. N.P. Duluth | 1.2 mi | — |
| THE BRIDGE Duluth | 1.2 mi | — |
| SUPERIOR ACADEMY Duluth | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHESTER CREEK ACADEMY Duluth | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| STONE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Duluth | 1.7 mi | — |
| SPIRIT OF THE LAKE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Duluth | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Duluth | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion Duluth | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| STELLA MARIS ACADEMY Duluth | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Duluth | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Arrowhead Academy Duluth | 2.5 mi | — |
| ORDEAN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Duluth | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| CONGDON ELEMENTARY Duluth | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,850
Median Home Value
$479,700
Median Rent
$596/mo
Population
2,560
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
34.3%
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
54.9
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| South Education Center Academy Richfield, MN | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Duluth Area Learning Center
What grades does Duluth Area Learning Center serve?
Duluth Area Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Duluth Area Learning Center?
Duluth Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Duluth Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Duluth Area Learning Center is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Duluth Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Duluth Area Learning Center ranks #1,046 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Duluth Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Duluth Area Learning Center 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 Duluth Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Duluth Area Learning Center has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Duluth Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Duluth Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Duluth Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Duluth Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Duluth Area Learning Center?
85.7% of students at Duluth 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (218) 336-8756
- 4-Year Graduation
- 17.0%
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District
DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,757
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,081
- District Rank
- #12 of 22
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