Dakota County Area Learning School serves 15 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment was 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
26%
11%
Black
7%
12%
White
60%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dakota County Area Learning School?
15 students attend Dakota County Area Learning School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Dakota County Area Learning School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What grades does Dakota County Area Learning School offer ?
Dakota County Area Learning School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Dakota County Area Learning School part of?
Dakota County Area Learning School is part of Intermediate School District 917.
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