Serving 39 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 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 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Phoenix Learning Center's student population of 39 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Motto
The place to dream, believe and achieve.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Phoenix Learning Center is 0.32, 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)
(16-17)<50%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bison
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 61% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Learning Center is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Phoenix Learning Center?
39 students attend Phoenix Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Phoenix Learning Center students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Learning Center?
Phoenix Learning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phoenix Learning Center offer ?
Phoenix Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoenix Learning Center part of?
Phoenix Learning Center is part of Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools.
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