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Nla-carlton
School · Northern Lights Academy Cooperative
302 14TH STREET, Cloquet, MN 55720
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Nla-carlton
Nla-carlton is a public school in Cloquet, MN, part of the Northern Lights Academy Cooperative. The school serves approximately 31 students in grades 4th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $66,399, where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 31 students, Nla-carlton 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
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 31 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Address
- 302 14TH STREET, Cloquet, MN 55720
- Phone
- (218) 878-3060
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Nla-carlton Compares
See how Nla-carlton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
302 14TH STREET, Cloquet, MN 55720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nla-carlton may also want to explore other schools in the area. STOWE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Duluth). Another option is PROCTOR SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.5/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Proctor). Additionally, QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.1 miles away). For more schools in Cloquet, see our Cloquet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARLTON SECONDARY Carlton | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTH TERRACE ELEMENTARY Carlton | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CLOQUET MIDDLE Cloquet | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| CLOQUET SENIOR Cloquet | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Cloquet | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Northern Lights Academy Cloquet | 3.8 mi | — |
| CLOQUET AREA ALT. ED. PROGRAMS Cloquet | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| CAAEP EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM Cloquet | 3.8 mi | — |
| WRENSHALL ELEMENTARY Wrenshall | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| WRENSHALL SECONDARY Wrenshall | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cloquet | 4.1 mi | 7.3 |
| LINCOLN SECONDARY Esko | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY Esko | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY Cloquet | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CLOQUET EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Cloquet | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
| SHARED TIME Cloquet | 5.1 mi | — |
| Fond du Lac Ojibwe School Cloquet | 5.3 mi | — |
| STOWE ELEMENTARY Duluth | 9.1 mi | 8.2 |
| PROCTOR SENIOR HIGH Proctor | 10.3 mi | 7.5 |
| A.I. JEDLICKA MIDDLE SCHOOL Proctor | 10.3 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,399
Median Home Value
$213,300
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
17,480
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Nla-carlton has a median household income of $66,399. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $213,300, with a median rent of $976/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nla-carlton
What grades does Nla-carlton serve?
Nla-carlton serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Nla-carlton?
Nla-carlton has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nla-carlton?
The student-teacher ratio at Nla-carlton is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Nla-carlton a charter school?
No, Nla-carlton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nla-carlton a Title I school?
No, Nla-carlton is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nla-carlton?
9.7% of students at Nla-carlton 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 (708/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cloquet). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.7%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carlton County
- Phone
- (218) 878-3060
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Northern Lights Academy Cooperative- District Enrollment
- 43
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $45,571
Other Schools in This District
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