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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Northwest Area Learning Center
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About Northwest Area Learning Center
Northwest Area Learning Center is a public high school in Thief River Falls, MN, part of THIEF RIVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northwest Area Learning Center serves approximately 29 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 29:1 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 Northwest Area Learning Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 29 students, Northwest 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.
Northwest Area Learning Center runs 29:1 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.
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 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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. LAFAYETTE SECONDARY (rated 8.5/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Red Lake Falls). Another option is Red Lake County Central High School (rated 8.2/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Oklee). Additionally, MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH (rated 7.8/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Newfolden). 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 | 6.1 |
| ST BERNARD'S SCHOOL Thief River Falls | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE Thief River Falls | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY Thief River Falls | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thief River Falls | 2.0 mi | — |
| J.A. HUGHES ELEMENTARY Red Lake Falls | 16.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Red Lake County Central Elementary Plummer | 15.5 mi | 6.4 |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY Viking | 12.8 mi | 9.5 |
| LAFAYETTE SECONDARY Red Lake Falls | 16.8 mi | 8.5 |
| NEWFOLDEN ELEMENTARY Newfolden | 18.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH Newfolden | 18.2 mi | 7.8 |
| GOODRIDGE ELEMENTARY Goodridge | 17.3 mi | 6.8 |
| GOODRIDGE SECONDARY Goodridge | 17.3 mi | 6.2 |
| RLCC Elementary at Oklee Oklee | 24.2 mi | — |
| Red Lake County Central High School Oklee | 24.2 mi | 8.2 |
| WIN-E-MAC ELEMENTARY Erskine | 32.2 mi | 8.8 |
| WIN-E-MAC SECONDARY Erskine | 32.2 mi | 6.7 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Crookston | 29.8 mi | 6.6 |
| CROOKSTON SECONDARY Crookston | 29.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Crookston | 30.3 mi | 6.8 |
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
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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 loaded state assessment records, Northwest Area Learning Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
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
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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
- 4-Year Graduation
- 49.5%
Resources & Links
District
THIEF RIVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,811
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,994
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