Below Average
#1753 of 1,992 schools in MN
Northfield Area Learning Center
High School · NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
201 ORCHARD ST S, Northfield, MN 55057
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,753 of 1,992
In Northfield
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Northfield Area Learning Center
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About Northfield Area Learning Center
Northfield Area Learning Center is a public high school in Northfield, MN, part of NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northfield Area Learning Center serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Northfield Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,753 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Northfield Area Learning Center show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Northfield 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.
Test scores at Northfield Area Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Northfield Area Learning Center runs 21.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Northfield Area Learning Center — Students at Northfield Area Learning Center score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 19 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: 8.4/10.
How Northfield Area Learning Center Compares
See how Northfield Area Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 ORCHARD ST S, Northfield, MN 55057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northfield Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SHATTUCK-ST. MARYS SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Faribault), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARCADIA CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FARIBAULT AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Faribault), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northfield, see our Northfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northfield | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| GREENVALE PARK ELEMENTARY Northfield | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Northfield Community Education Cntr Northfield | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Northfield | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHFIELD MONTESSORI Northfield | 1.1 mi | — |
| BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY Northfield | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Spring Creek Elementary Northfield | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTHFIELD MIDDLE Northfield | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ARCADIA CHARTER SCHOOL Northfield | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Northfield | 6.3 mi | 8.8 |
| NERSTRAND CHARTER SCHOOL Nerstrand | 9.6 mi | 5.3 |
| RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY Randolph | 8.6 mi | 5.1 |
| RANDOLPH SECONDARY Randolph | 8.6 mi | 4.6 |
| GLORY ACADEMY Lakeville | 10.1 mi | 6.0 |
| FARIBAULT AREA LEARNING CENTER Faribault | 10.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CANNON RIVER STEM SCHOOL Faribault | 11.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ROBERT BOECKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington | 12.2 mi | 5.0 |
| FARMINGTON ELEMENTARY Farmington | 12.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY Faribault | 11.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SHATTUCK-ST. MARYS SCHOOL Faribault | 11.6 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,521
Median Home Value
$338,800
Median Rent
$1,042/mo
Population
25,458
College Educated
48.9%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beacon ALP Bloomington, MN | 4.5 |
| 196Online High School Rosemount, MN | 4.6 |
| FIT Academy High School Apple Valley, MN | 4.6 |
| ISD 181 LEARNING CENTER Brainerd, MN | 4.4 |
| Kalon Prep Academy Alexandria, MN | 4.6 |
| LAPORTE SECONDARY Laporte, MN | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northfield Area Learning Center
What grades does Northfield Area Learning Center serve?
Northfield Area Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Northfield Area Learning Center?
Northfield Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northfield Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Northfield Area Learning Center is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northfield Area Learning Center rank in MN?
Northfield Area Learning Center ranks #1,753 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Northfield Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Northfield Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Northfield Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northfield Area Learning Center has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Northfield Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Northfield Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northfield Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Northfield Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northfield Area Learning Center?
53.4% of students at Northfield 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 131
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rice County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.6%
- Phone
- (507) 645-1201
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,875
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,214
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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