Schoolcraft Learning Community

Schoolcraft Learning Community is a charter school located in the rural area of Bemidji, Minnesota. Serving kindergarten through eighth grade, this elementary school has an enrollment of 196 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1 with 17 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 6.6 out of 10, placing it in the 76th percentile among Minnesota schools.

Academically, Schoolcraft Learning Community has an overall score of 6.4/10. In English Language Arts (ELA), 57% of students are proficient or above, while in math, 45% reach proficiency levels. The school focuses on student development and continuous improvement to help its learners succeed.

Set in a rural setting outside Bemidji, Schoolcraft Learning Community is part of the Beltrami County community, providing a unique environment for students to learn and grow.

With an enrollment of 196 students, Schoolcraft Learning Community 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.

Schoolcraft Learning Community is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Located in a rural area, Schoolcraft Learning Community may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.