Nla-carlton serves 14 students in grades 5-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nla-carlton's student population of 14 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nla-carlton is 0.61, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
14%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
50%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
36%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
35%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nla-carlton?
14 students attend Nla-carlton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Nla-carlton students are White, 36% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nla-carlton?
Nla-carlton has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nla-carlton offer ?
Nla-carlton offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Nla-carlton part of?
Nla-carlton is part of Northern Lights Academy Cooperative School District.
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