Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (20-21)
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(20-21)33%
2%
Asian
(20-21)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(20-21)11%
10%
Black
(20-21)11%
11%
White
(20-21)45%
64%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)n/a
6%
Graduation Rate
(14-15)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
67%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (99-00)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Northern Lights Academy?
The graduation rate of Northern Lights Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Northern Lights Academy?
9 students attend Northern Lights Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Northern Lights Academy students are White, 33% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Black.
What grades does Northern Lights Academy offer ?
Northern Lights Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Northern Lights Academy part of?
Northern Lights Academy is part of Crookston Public School District.
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