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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Middle Level Alternative Program
Middle Level Alternative Program is a public middle school in Brainerd, MN, part of the BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1. Students demonstrate 10% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,269, where 24% 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 15 students, Middle Level 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 7.5:1, Middle Level 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.
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 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 10% (2019) to 10% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 69.5% (2019) to 30% (2022).
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. NISSWA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Nisswa). Another option is CUYUNA RANGE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Crosby). Additionally, HARRISON ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 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 | 4.3 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| OAK STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brainerd | 0.8 mi | — |
| HARRISON ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brainerd | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Discovery Woods Brainerd | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF BRAINERD Brainerd | 1.2 mi | — |
| BRAINERD SENIOR HIGH Brainerd | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| LINCOLN EDUCATION CENTER Brainerd | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Brainerd | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| LAKE REGION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Baxter | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| BAXTER ELEMENTARY Baxter | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
| FORESTVIEW MIDDLE Baxter | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| BRAINERD EARLY CHILDHOOD SP. ED. Baxter | 5.4 mi | 7.1 |
| NISSWA ELEMENTARY Nisswa | 12.2 mi | 9.2 |
| CROSBY-IRONTON SECONDARY Crosby | 12.8 mi | 4.9 |
| EAGLE VIEW ELEMENTARY Pequot Lakes | 17.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CUYUNA RANGE ELEMENTARY Crosby | 14.1 mi | 9.2 |
| PEQUOT LAKES SENIOR HIGH Pequot Lakes | 17.8 mi | 3.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Middle Level Alternative Program has a median household income of $70,269. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $237,900, with a median rent of $918/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 the most recent state assessment data, Middle Level Alternative Program has 10.0% math proficiency and 49.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (2,217/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Brainerd). Data >1 year old.
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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,134
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,608
Other Schools in This District
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