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#1018 of 1,992 schools in MN
White Bear Area Learning Center
High School · WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
2449 ORCHARD LN, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,018 of 1,992
In White Bear Lake
#8 of 18
public schools
In district
#8 of 17
WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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White Bear Area Learning Center
High School in White Bear Lake · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About White Bear Area Learning Center
White Bear Area Learning Center is a public high school in White Bear Lake, MN, part of WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. White Bear Area Learning Center serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. White Bear Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,018 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for White Bear Area Learning Center show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, White Bear 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 White Bear 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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White Bear Area Learning Center — Students at White Bear Area Learning Center score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.4%
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: 9.2/10.
How White Bear Area Learning Center Compares
See how White Bear 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
2449 ORCHARD LN, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering White Bear Area Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Campus Education Center (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is 916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WHITE BEAR SOUTH CAMPUS SENIOR (rated 5.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in White Bear Lake, see our White Bear Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Campus Education Center White Bear Lake | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| WHITE BEAR SOUTH CAMPUS SENIOR White Bear Lake | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MATOSKA INTERNATIONAL White Bear Lake | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Level Up Academy White Bear Lake | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Level Up Academy Middle School White Bear Lake | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Level Up K-5 Virtual Academy White Bear Lake | 0.6 mi | — |
| Level Up Academy Virtual Middle White Bear Lake | 0.6 mi | — |
| SUNRISE PARK MIDDLE White Bear Lake | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| SUNRISE PARK AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| 916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY White Bear Lake | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Passages Transition Program Mahtomedi | 0.9 mi | — |
| NORMANDY PARK EDUCATION CENTER White Bear Lake | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| WHITE BEAR LAKE DISTRICT CENTER White Bear Lake | 1.4 mi | — |
| Bellaire Education Center White Bear Lake | 1.4 mi | — |
| PROJECT RETURN White Bear Lake | 1.4 mi | — |
| LAKEAIRES ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PrairieCare Maplewood Maplewood | 1.4 mi | — |
| RICHARDSON ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC North Saint Paul | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,211
Median Home Value
$347,100
Median Rent
$1,494/mo
Population
37,272
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GOODRIDGE SECONDARY Goodridge, MN | 6.2 |
| ONE91 Virtual Academy Secondary Burnsville, MN | 6.2 |
| RUSHFORD-PETERSON SENIOR HIGH Rushford, MN | 6.2 |
| TRUMAN SECONDARY Truman, MN | 6.2 |
| MINNESOTA NEW COUNTRY SCHOOL Henderson, MN | 6.3 |
| CARLTON SECONDARY Carlton, MN | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Bear Area Learning Center
What grades does White Bear Area Learning Center serve?
White Bear Area Learning Center serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend White Bear Area Learning Center?
White Bear Area Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Bear Area Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at White Bear Area Learning Center is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does White Bear Area Learning Center rank in MN?
White Bear Area Learning Center ranks #1,018 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is White Bear Area Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
White Bear Area Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 White Bear Area Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, White Bear Area Learning Center has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is White Bear Area Learning Center a charter school?
No, White Bear Area Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is White Bear Area Learning Center a Title I school?
No, White Bear Area Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Bear Area Learning Center?
57.4% of students at White Bear 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
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ramsey County
- Phone
- (651) 773-6400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,549
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,111
- District Rank
- #8 of 17
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