FRESHWATER ED. DIST. ALC
FRESHWATER ED. DIST. ALC is a public high school that is part of the Freshwater Education District school district, located in STAPLES, MN with about 117 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 9 teachers, FRESHWATER ED. DIST. ALC has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The Freshwater Education District ALC (Alternative Learning Center), located in Staples, Minnesota, serves as a specialized educational hub designed to meet the diverse needs of students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment. As part of the broader Freshwater Education District, the ALC focuses on providing flexible programming, credit recovery, and individualized support for students who are at risk of dropping out or who require an alternative setting to achieve academic success. The program emphasizes a personalized approach, ensuring that students can progress at their own pace while receiving the guidance necessary to graduate and prepare for post-secondary opportunities.
The center functions as a supportive bridge for students within the district, fostering an environment that prioritizes social-emotional development alongside core curriculum requirements. By leveraging the resources of the Freshwater Education District, the ALC offers tailored instruction that addresses barriers to learning, helping students build confidence and regain momentum in their education. With its commitment to accessible, student-centered schooling, the Staples-based ALC plays a vital role in ensuring that all students in the region have a viable path toward earning their high school diploma.
For more information, contact FRESHWATER ED. DIST. ALC at (218) 631-3505 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
STAPLES, MN 56479-3252
(218) 631-3505
http://www.fed.k12.mn.us
FRESHWATER ED. DIST. ALC is a public school in STAPLES, MN with about 117 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota
School Details
- Level:
-
High School
(Alternative Education School)
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Freshwater Education District
- Total Students:
- 117
- Teachers:
- 9.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 117 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FRESHWATER ED. DIST. ALC is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.
- White
- 82.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.3%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 2.6%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- Female
- 46.2%
- Male
- 53.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.