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Journeys Alternative Program
Elementary School · MEEKER AND WRIGHT SPECIAL EDUCATION
P.O. BOX 1010, Howard Lake, MN 55349
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Journeys Alternative Program
Journeys Alternative Program is a public elementary school in Howard Lake, MN, part of the MEEKER AND WRIGHT SPECIAL EDUCATION. The school serves approximately 7 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $100,054, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 7 students, Journeys Alternative Program 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3.5:1, Journeys Alternative Program offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Journeys Alternative Program may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Address
- P.O. BOX 1010, Howard Lake, MN 55349
- Phone
- (320) 543-1122
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 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: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
P.O. BOX 1010, Howard Lake, MN 55349
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Journeys Alternative Program may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COKATO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Cokato). Another option is LESTER PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Lester Prairie). Additionally, WINSTED ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Winsted). For more schools in Howard Lake, see our Howard Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEEKER-WRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD SP ED Howard Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| STEP TD PROGRAM Howard Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| TREK PROGRAM Howard Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| HLWW ALTERNATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM Howard Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Howard Lake | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED SEC. Howard Lake | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted Middle Howard Lake | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WINSTED ELEMENTARY Winsted | 6.4 mi | 6.1 |
| HOWARD LAKE WAVERLY WINSTED ECSE Winsted | 6.4 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Winsted | 6.5 mi | 6.6 |
| VILLAGE RANCH ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Cokato | 4.7 mi | 7.2 |
| HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY Waverly | 4.8 mi | 5.0 |
| DASSEL-COKATO ALTERNATIVE CTR. Cokato | 5.8 mi | 5.1 |
| COKATO ELEMENTARY Cokato | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Montrose Elementary School of Innov Montrose | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| DASSEL-COKATO SENIOR HIGH Cokato | 8.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DASSEL-COKATO MIDDLE Cokato | 8.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LESTER PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Lester Prairie | 11.9 mi | 6.2 |
| LESTER PRAIRIE SECONDARY Lester Prairie | 11.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ST TIMOTHYS PARISH SCHOOL Maple Lake | 12.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,054
Median Home Value
$287,100
Median Rent
$952/mo
Population
3,555
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
46.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Journeys Alternative Program has a median household income of $100,054. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $287,100, with a median rent of $952/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A/O PROGRAM White Bear Lake, MN | — |
| ANOKA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anoka, MN | — |
| AUGSBURG PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richfield, MN | — |
| BECKS MONTESSORI ACCELERATED LEARNING CENTER Eagan, MN | — |
| CATHEDRAL HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | — |
| CATHEDRAL HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Journeys Alternative Program
What grades does Journeys Alternative Program serve?
Journeys Alternative Program serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Journeys Alternative Program?
Journeys Alternative Program has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Journeys Alternative Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Journeys Alternative Program is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Journeys Alternative Program?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Journeys Alternative Program has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Journeys Alternative Program a charter school?
No, Journeys Alternative Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Journeys Alternative Program a Title I school?
No, Journeys Alternative Program is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (270/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Howard Lake). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 7
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Wright County
- Phone
- (320) 543-1122
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MEEKER AND WRIGHT SPECIAL EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 189
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $53,759
Other Schools in This District
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