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Milaca Area Learning Center
High School · MILACA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
500 HIGHWAY 23 W, Milaca, MN 56353
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Milaca Area Learning Center
High School in Milaca · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Milaca Area Learning Center
Milaca Area Learning Center is a public high school in Milaca, MN, part of MILACA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Milaca Area Learning Center serves approximately 23 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.7:1 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 Milaca Area Learning Center show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 23 students, Milaca 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.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Milaca Area Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Milaca Area Learning Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Address
- 500 HIGHWAY 23 W, Milaca, MN 56353
- Website
- milaca.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (320) 982-7249
- 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 18 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
500 HIGHWAY 23 W, Milaca, MN 56353
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Milaca Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OGILVIE SECONDARY (rated 7.5/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Ogilvie). Another option is MILACA SECONDARY HIGH (rated 7.3/10). Additionally, Princeton High School (rated 6.7/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Princeton). For more schools in Milaca, see our Milaca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MILACA ELEMENTARY Milaca | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| MILACA SECONDARY HIGH Milaca | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Milaca 7-12 Online Milaca | 0.0 mi | — |
| RUM RIVER NORTH Milaca | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pease | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Foreston | 4.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Princeton Primary School Princeton | 11.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Princeton Intermediate School Princeton | 12.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Princeton Middle School Princeton | 12.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Princeton Area Learning Center Princeton | 12.8 mi | — |
| Credit Recovery Princeton | 12.8 mi | — |
| Onward Transition Program Princeton | 13.0 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Special Education Princeton | 13.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Princeton High School Princeton | 13.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Princeton Online MN Princeton | 13.7 mi | 5.9 |
| DISCOVERY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Princeton | 13.7 mi | 7.6 |
| OGILVIE ELEMENTARY Ogilvie | 12.0 mi | 6.2 |
| OGILVIE SECONDARY Ogilvie | 12.0 mi | 7.5 |
| FOLEY ELEMENTARY Foley | 13.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOHNS AREA SCHOOL Foley | 13.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56353 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,170
Median Home Value
$239,600
Median Rent
$882/mo
Population
9,489
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| 917 Riverside School Hastings, MN | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson, MN | — |
| BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson, MN | — |
| BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights, MN | — |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Mendota Hts, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Milaca Area Learning Center
What grades does Milaca Area Learning Center serve?
Milaca Area Learning Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Milaca Area Learning Center?
Milaca Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Milaca Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Milaca Area Learning Center is 7.7:1. 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 Milaca Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Milaca Area Learning Center has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Milaca Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Milaca Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Milaca Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Milaca Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Milaca Area Learning Center?
60.9% of students at Milaca 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Mille Lacs County
- Phone
- (320) 982-7249
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
MILACA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,627
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,515
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