Serving 99 students in grades 9-12, Central High Area Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Central High Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
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Central High Area Learning Center's student population of 99 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
99 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Excellence, Equity, Empowerment. Every student, Every day.
Central High Area Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High Area Learning Center is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
50%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Central High Area Learning Center's ranking?
Central High Area Learning Center is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 11-19%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central High Area Learning Center?
99 students attend Central High Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Central High Area Learning Center students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High Area Learning Center?
Central High Area Learning Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central High Area Learning Center offer ?
Central High Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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