FERGUS FALLS AREA LEARNING CENTER

FERGUS FALLS AREA LEARNING CENTER is a Title I public high school that is part of the Fergus Falls Public School District school district, located in FERGUS FALLS, MN with about 88 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 8 teachers, FERGUS FALLS AREA LEARNING CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 FERGUS FALLS AREA LEARNING CENTER (ALC), located at 340 Friberg Avenue, is an alternative educational program operating under the Fergus Falls Public School District (ISD 544). Designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional academic setting, the center offers personalized learning opportunities for those who require more flexibility or unique instructional approaches to complete their high school education. The program focuses on credit recovery, individual academic success, and providing a supportive environment that helps students work toward their high school diploma or GED.

By utilizing a smaller, more focused setting, the ALC emphasizes student-teacher connection and customized pacing. The center is committed to helping students overcome barriers to graduation and preparing them for life after high school, whether that involves further education, career training, or workforce entry. Residents of the Fergus Falls area interested in specific programming, enrollment eligibility, or current academic resources can find more comprehensive information on the district’s website at [http://www.isd544.org](http://www.isd544.org).

For more information, contact FERGUS FALLS AREA LEARNING CENTER at (218) 998-0544 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

340 FRIBERG AVE
FERGUS FALLS, MN 56537-1669
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FERGUS FALLS AREA LEARNING CENTER is a public Title I school in FERGUS FALLS, MN with about 88 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
88
Teachers:
8.63
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
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 88 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FERGUS FALLS AREA LEARNING CENTER is predominantly White, representing about 82% of the student body.

White
81.8%
Black or African American
6.8%
Hispanic/Latino
6.8%
Two or more races
3.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%

Female
46.6%
Male
53.4%

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.