Mesabi Area Learning Center serves 22 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Top 1% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mesabi Area Learning Center's student population of 22 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (08-09)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mesabi Area Learning Center is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
9%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)40-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mesabi Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Mesabi Area Learning Center is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mesabi Area Learning Center?
22 students attend Mesabi Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mesabi Area Learning Center students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Mesabi Area Learning Center offer ?
Mesabi Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mesabi Area Learning Center part of?
Mesabi Area Learning Center is part of Hibbing Public School District.
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