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#993 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 50% in state
Fridley Middle Area Learning Center
Middle School · FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
6100 W MOORE LAKE DR, Fridley, MN 55432
Enrollment
36
Score
6.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
36
Score
6.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#993 of 1,992
In Fridley
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Fridley Middle Area Learning Center
Middle School in Fridley · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fridley Middle Area Learning Center
Fridley Middle Area Learning Center is a public middle school in Fridley, MN, part of FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fridley Middle Area Learning Center serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 5th-8th. Fridley Middle Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #993 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Fridley Middle Area Learning Center show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Fridley Middle 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 Fridley Middle 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.
Score Breakdown
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Fridley Middle Area Learning Center — Students at Fridley Middle Area Learning Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 9.7/10.
How Fridley Middle Area Learning Center Compares
See how Fridley Middle Area Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6100 W MOORE LAKE DR, Fridley, MN 55432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fridley Middle Area Learning Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FRIDLEY MIDDLE (rated 4.9/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, COLUMBIA ACADEMY (rated 4.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Columbia Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fridley, see our Fridley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRIDLEY MIDDLE Fridley | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| FRIDLEY SENIOR HIGH Fridley | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Fridley | 0.3 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Special Education S Fridley | 0.3 mi | — |
| Voluntary Prekindergarten School Fridley | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| HAYES ELEMENTARY Fridley | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Fridley Moore Lk Area Learning Ctr Fridley | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| North Park School for Innovation Fridley | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| WOODCREST BAPTIST ACADEMY Fridley | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| LITTLE VOYAGEURS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia Heights | 1.3 mi | — |
| TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL Fridley | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| AVAIL ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Fridley | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Metro Heights Academy Fridley | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| STEVENSON ELEMENTARY Fridley | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia Heights | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Columbia Academy Anchor Program Columbia Heights | 1.7 mi | — |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fridley | 1.7 mi | — |
| COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIOR HIGH Columbia Heights | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Anchor Columbia Heights | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,985
Median Home Value
$278,600
Median Rent
$1,308/mo
Population
32,935
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARANATHA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dodge Center, MN | 5.9 |
| North Metro Flex Middle School North Saint Paul, MN | 6.7 |
| Banaadir Academy Minneapolis, MN | 7.3 |
| Voyageurs Expeditionary MS Bemidji, MN | 4.9 |
| Bellaire Education Center White Bear Lake, MN | — |
| Century Middle School Within A Sch Park Rapids, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fridley Middle Area Learning Center
What grades does Fridley Middle Area Learning Center serve?
Fridley Middle Area Learning Center serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Fridley Middle Area Learning Center?
Fridley Middle Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
How does Fridley Middle Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Fridley Middle Area Learning Center ranks #993 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Fridley Middle Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Fridley Middle Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Fridley Middle Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fridley Middle Area Learning Center has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fridley Middle Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Fridley Middle Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fridley Middle Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Fridley Middle Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fridley Middle Area Learning Center?
72.2% of students at Fridley Middle 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (763) 502-5101
Resources & Links
District
FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,633
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,928
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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