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Middle Level Alternative Program
Middle School · BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
311 10TH AVE NE, Brainerd, MN 56401
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Middle Level Alternative Program
Middle School in Brainerd · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
ISD 181 Learning Center
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About Middle Level Alternative Program
Middle Level Alternative Program is a public middle school in Brainerd, MN, part of BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Middle Level Alternative Program serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Middle Level Alternative Program show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Middle Level Alternative Program 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Middle Level Alternative Program sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Address
- 311 10TH AVE NE, Brainerd, MN 56401
- Website
- isd181.org/aec
- Phone
- (218) 454-5400
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
311 10TH AVE NE, Brainerd, MN 56401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Middle Level Alternative Program may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CUYUNA RANGE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Crosby). Another option is LOWELL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, Discovery Woods (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Brainerd, see our Brainerd schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISD 181 LEARNING CENTER Brainerd | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| OAK STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brainerd | 0.8 mi | — |
| HARRISON ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brainerd | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Discovery Woods Brainerd | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF BRAINERD Brainerd | 1.2 mi | — |
| BRAINERD SENIOR HIGH Brainerd | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN EDUCATION CENTER Brainerd | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKE REGION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Baxter | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| BAXTER ELEMENTARY Baxter | 5.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FORESTVIEW MIDDLE Baxter | 5.5 mi | 7.2 |
| BRAINERD EARLY CHILDHOOD SP. ED. Baxter | 5.4 mi | 6.0 |
| NISSWA ELEMENTARY Nisswa | 12.2 mi | 7.7 |
| CROSBY-IRONTON SECONDARY Crosby | 12.8 mi | 6.8 |
| EAGLE VIEW ELEMENTARY Pequot Lakes | 17.0 mi | 7.8 |
| CUYUNA RANGE ELEMENTARY Crosby | 14.1 mi | 9.1 |
| PEQUOT LAKES SENIOR HIGH Pequot Lakes | 17.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,269
Median Home Value
$237,900
Median Rent
$918/mo
Population
31,749
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
40
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Middle Level Alternative Program
What grades does Middle Level Alternative Program serve?
Middle Level Alternative Program serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Middle Level Alternative Program?
Middle Level Alternative Program has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle Level Alternative Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Middle Level Alternative Program is 7.5:1. 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 Middle Level Alternative Program?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle Level Alternative Program has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Middle Level Alternative Program a charter school?
No, Middle Level Alternative Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Middle Level Alternative Program a Title I school?
No, Middle Level Alternative Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle Level Alternative Program?
73.3% of students at Middle Level Alternative Program 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
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Crow Wing County
- Phone
- (218) 454-5400
Resources & Links
District
BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,134
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,608
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