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Middle Area Learning Center
Middle School · GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1000 NE 8TH AVE, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Enrollment
26
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
26
Grades
5th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Middle Area Learning Center
Middle Area Learning Center is a public middle school in Grand Rapids, MN, part of the GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 5th – 8th. Students demonstrate 5% proficiency in math and 12% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $68,213, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Middle Area Learning Center 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 1000 NE 8TH AVE, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
- Website
- isd318.org
- Phone
- (218) 327-5800
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 2.5% (2021) to 7.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 12% (2021) to 12% (2022).
Location
1000 NE 8TH AVE, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Middle Area Learning Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROBERT J. ELKINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10). Another option is GREENWAY MIDDLE (rated 5.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Coleraine). Additionally, Hill City Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Hill City). For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROBERT J. ELKINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| East Rapids Elementary Grand Rapids | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ITASKIN EDUCATION CENTER Grand Rapids | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR HIGH Grand Rapids | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| GRAND RAPIDS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Grand Rapids | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| GRAND RAPIDS AREA LEARNING CENTER Grand Rapids | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| West Rapids Elementary Grand Rapids | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| VANDYKE ELEMENTARY Coleraine | 5.1 mi | 7.0 |
| GREENWAY MIDDLE Coleraine | 5.2 mi | 5.0 |
| GREENWAY SENIOR HIGH Coleraine | 5.2 mi | 7.9 |
| COHASSET ELEMENTARY Cohasset | 5.1 mi | 7.3 |
| BLACKBERRY SDA SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 7.3 mi | — |
| MARBLE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Marble | 11.4 mi | — |
| HILL CITY ELEMENTARY Hill City | 17.9 mi | 8.8 |
| HILL CITY SENIOR HIGH Hill City | 17.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Hill City Middle School Hill City | 17.9 mi | 4.8 |
| NORTHERN LIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Warba | 13.9 mi | 6.7 |
| KING ELEMENTARY Deer River | 14.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Deer River Schools SPED Deer River | 14.3 mi | — |
| DEER RIVER SECONDARY Deer River | 14.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,213
Median Home Value
$232,700
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
20,469
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
47.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Middle Area Learning Center has a median household income of $68,213. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $232,700, with a median rent of $1,014/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute for residents is 20 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 |
|---|---|
| AMBASSADOR ACADEMY Rochester, MN | — |
| Bellaire Education Center White Bear Lake, MN | — |
| Century Middle School Within A Sch Park Rapids, MN | — |
| GREEN MEADOW Wadena, MN | — |
| HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hills, MN | — |
| Middle School ALC Willmar, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Middle Area Learning Center
What grades does Middle Area Learning Center serve?
Middle Area Learning Center serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Middle Area Learning Center?
Middle Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What are the test scores at Middle Area Learning Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Middle Area Learning Center has 5.0% math proficiency and 12.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Middle Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Middle Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Middle Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Middle Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle Area Learning Center?
50.0% of students at 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,121/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Grand Rapids). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Itasca County
- Phone
- (218) 327-5800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,024
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,391
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