Serving 48 students in grades 9-12, Perham 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 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority 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: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perham Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Perham Area Learning Center's student population of 48 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perham 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 Perham Area Learning Center is 0.62, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
11%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
29%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perham Area Learning Center's ranking?
Perham 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 Perham Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Perham Area Learning Center is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Perham Area Learning Center?
48 students attend Perham Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Perham Area Learning Center students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perham Area Learning Center?
Perham Area Learning Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perham Area Learning Center offer ?
Perham Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perham Area Learning Center part of?
Perham Area Learning Center is part of Perham-Dent Public School District.
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