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#1369 of 1,992 schools in MN
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning
High School · TRIO WOLF CREEK DISTANCE LEARNING
29678 KARMEL AVE, Chisago City, MN 55013
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,369 of 1,992
In Chisago City
#4 of 5
public schools
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning is a public high school in Chisago City, MN, part of TRIO WOLF CREEK DISTANCE LEARNING. Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,369 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning 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 Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning 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.
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning — Students at Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 8.2/10.
How Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning Compares
See how Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning 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
29678 KARMEL AVE, Chisago City, MN 55013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHISAGO LAKES SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Forest Lake Area High School (rated 5.8/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Forest Lake), with a very similar rating. Additionally, North Branch Area High School (rated 5.2/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby North Branch), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chisago City, see our Chisago City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKESIDE EL. Chisago City | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CHISAGO LAKES EL. Chisago City | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CHISAGO LAKES FAMILY CENTER Chisago City | 1.4 mi | — |
| CHISAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chisago City | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CHISAGO LAKES SENIOR HIGH Chisago City | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Skillbuilding Opportunities for Aca Lindstrom | 3.4 mi | — |
| Pathway to Change Lindstrom | 3.4 mi | — |
| CHISAGO LAKES MIDDLE Lindstrom | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Wyoming Elementary Wyoming | 5.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forest Lake | 8.6 mi | 5.7 |
| STEP Forest Lake | 8.3 mi | 4.0 |
| LILA Kinder Center Forest Lake | 8.6 mi | 4.4 |
| LILA Lower School Forest Lake | 8.6 mi | 5.7 |
| FOREST LAKE ELEMENTARY Forest Lake | 8.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Sunrise River Elementary School North Branch | 8.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Forest View Elementary Forest Lake | 8.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Forest Lake Area Middle School Forest Lake | 8.9 mi | 5.2 |
| North Branch Area High School North Branch | 9.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Forest Lake Area High School Forest Lake | 9.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Forest Lake Area Community School Forest Lake | 8.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,898
Median Home Value
$366,000
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
7,030
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
44.7
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| ALC Gateway to College Saint Paul, MN | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning
What grades does Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning serve?
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning?
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning rank in MN?
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning ranks #1,369 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning's MySchoolScout rating?
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning a charter school?
Yes, Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning a Title I school?
No, Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning?
36.2% of students at Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning 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
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Chisago County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (651) 213-2017
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.5%
Resources & Links
District
TRIO WOLF CREEK DISTANCE LEARNING- District Enrollment
- 185
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,981
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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