Serving 92 students in grades 9-12, Central High Area Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central High Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Central High Area Learning Center's student population of 92 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
92 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central High Area Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High Area Learning Center is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1232 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
15%
12%
White
51%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High Area Learning Center's ranking?
Central High Area Learning Center is ranked #1232 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Central High Area Learning Center is 20-29%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central High Area Learning Center?
92 students attend Central High Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Central High Area Learning Center students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High Area Learning Center?
Central High Area Learning Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central High Area Learning Center offer ?
Central High Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central High Area Learning Center part of?
Central High Area Learning Center is part of Mankato Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Central High Area Learning Center located?
Central High Area Learning Center is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Mankato, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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