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Northwest Area Learning Center
High School · THIEF RIVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT
230 LABREE AVE S, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
29:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
29:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Northwest Area Learning Center
Northwest Area Learning Center is a public high school in Thief River Falls, MN, part of the THIEF RIVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 29:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $73,243, where 20% 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 29 students, Northwest Area Learning Center 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.
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Area Learning Center is 29:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29:1
- Address
- 230 LABREE AVE S, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
- Website
- trf.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (218) 681-7051
- 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 4 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 3 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
230 LABREE AVE S, Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Red Lake County Central High School (rated 7.8/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Oklee). Another option is MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH (rated 7.0/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Newfolden). Additionally, LAFAYETTE SECONDARY (rated 6.7/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Red Lake Falls). For more schools in Thief River Falls, see our Thief River Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN SENIOR HIGH Thief River Falls | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ST BERNARD'S SCHOOL Thief River Falls | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE Thief River Falls | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY Thief River Falls | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thief River Falls | 2.0 mi | — |
| J.A. HUGHES ELEMENTARY Red Lake Falls | 16.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Red Lake County Central Elementary Plummer | 15.5 mi | 5.5 |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY Viking | 12.8 mi | 7.1 |
| LAFAYETTE SECONDARY Red Lake Falls | 16.8 mi | 6.7 |
| NEWFOLDEN ELEMENTARY Newfolden | 18.1 mi | 6.0 |
| MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH Newfolden | 18.2 mi | 7.0 |
| GOODRIDGE ELEMENTARY Goodridge | 17.3 mi | 6.4 |
| GOODRIDGE SECONDARY Goodridge | 17.3 mi | 4.8 |
| RLCC Elementary at Oklee Oklee | 24.2 mi | — |
| Red Lake County Central High School Oklee | 24.2 mi | 7.8 |
| WIN-E-MAC ELEMENTARY Erskine | 32.2 mi | 8.2 |
| WIN-E-MAC SECONDARY Erskine | 32.2 mi | 4.9 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Crookston | 29.8 mi | 7.2 |
| CROOKSTON SECONDARY Crookston | 29.7 mi | 3.8 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Crookston | 30.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,243
Median Home Value
$189,700
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
12,814
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
13.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
40.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Northwest Area Learning Center has a median household income of $73,243. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $189,700, with a median rent of $897/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 13 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 917 Riverside School Hastings, MN | — |
| BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights, MN | — |
| Benton-Stearns Education District Sauk Rapids, MN | — |
| Bridge Transition Program Stillwater, MN | — |
| C.O.M.P.A.S.S. Elk River, MN | — |
| COMPASS-BELL CENTER Coon Rapids, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Area Learning Center
What grades does Northwest Area Learning Center serve?
Northwest Area Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Northwest Area Learning Center?
Northwest Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Area Learning Center is 29:1. 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 Northwest Area Learning Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Northwest Area Learning Center has 25.0% math proficiency.
Is Northwest Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, Northwest Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwest Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Northwest Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwest Area Learning Center?
79.3% of students at Northwest 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,497/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Thief River Falls). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pennington County
- Phone
- (218) 681-7051
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
THIEF RIVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,811
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,994
Other Schools in This District
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