Bemidji High School is a public high school in Bemidji, Minnesota, United States. The school is situated on a 260-acre campus two miles west of downtown Bemidji. The Mississippi River runs behind the high school.
Serving 54 students in grades 5-12, Bemidji 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 45%). 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 27:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bemidji Area Learning Center's student population of 54 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bemidji Area Learning Center is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
13:1
American Indian
26%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lumberjack
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bemidji Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Bemidji Area Learning Center is 30-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bemidji Area Learning Center?
54 students attend Bemidji Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bemidji Area Learning Center students are White, and 26% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bemidji Area Learning Center?
Bemidji Area Learning Center has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bemidji Area Learning Center offer ?
Bemidji Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bemidji Area Learning Center part of?
Bemidji Area Learning Center is part of Bemidji Public School District.
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