Average
#766 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 38% in state
River Bend Area Learning Center
High School · RIVER BEND EDUCATION DISTRICT
1315 S BROADWAY, New Ulm, MN 56073
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#766 of 1,992
In New Ulm
#3 of 5
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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River Bend Area Learning Center
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About River Bend Area Learning Center
River Bend Area Learning Center is a public high school in New Ulm, MN, part of RIVER BEND EDUCATION DISTRICT. River Bend Area Learning Center serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. River Bend Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #766 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for River Bend Area Learning Center show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, River Bend 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 River Bend 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.
Score Breakdown
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River Bend Area Learning Center — Students at River Bend Area Learning Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 9.5/10.
How River Bend Area Learning Center Compares
See how River Bend 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
1315 S BROADWAY, New Ulm, MN 56073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Bend Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADELIA SECONDARY (rated 7.7/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Madelia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MINNESOTA VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Ulm, see our New Ulm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVER BEND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROG. New Ulm | 0.0 mi | — |
| IMPRINTS PROGRAM New Ulm | 0.0 mi | — |
| W.O.R.K. Program New Ulm | 0.0 mi | — |
| R.I.S.E. Program New Ulm | 0.0 mi | — |
| Raptor Program New Ulm | 0.0 mi | — |
| NEW ULM MIDDLE SCHOOL New Ulm | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY New Ulm | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Ulm | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW ULM AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS New Ulm | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Learning Center New Ulm | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| MINNESOTA VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| AMAZING GRACE VIRTUAL ACADEMY New Ulm | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| GFW Elementary School Gibbon | 16.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PRAIRIE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Gibbon | 16.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madelia | 17.2 mi | 7.2 |
| MADELIA ELEMENTARY Madelia | 17.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MADELIA SECONDARY Madelia | 17.5 mi | 7.7 |
| TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN Nicollet | 12.8 mi | 5.5 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Nicollet | 12.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,698
Median Home Value
$207,600
Median Rent
$978/mo
Population
17,325
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
14 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SMEC ALC Austin, MN | 6.7 |
| FLOODWOOD SECONDARY Floodwood, MN | 6.8 |
| Kaleidoscope Charter High School Otsego, MN | 6.8 |
| 917 DCALS North West Saint Paul, MN | 6.6 |
| Hendricks High School Hendricks, MN | 6.6 |
| Heritage Academy High Minneapolis, MN | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Bend Area Learning Center
What grades does River Bend Area Learning Center serve?
River Bend Area Learning Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend River Bend Area Learning Center?
River Bend Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Bend Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at River Bend Area Learning Center is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Bend Area Learning Center rank in MN?
River Bend Area Learning Center ranks #766 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is River Bend Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
River Bend Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 River Bend Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Bend Area Learning Center has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is River Bend Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, River Bend Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Bend Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, River Bend Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Bend Area Learning Center?
50.0% of students at River Bend 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Brown County
- Phone
- (507) 359-8780
- 4-Year Graduation
- 34.5%
Resources & Links
District
RIVER BEND EDUCATION DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 185
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,369
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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