PERHAM AREA LEARNING CENTER

PERHAM AREA LEARNING CENTER is a Title I public high school that is part of the PERHAM-DENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in PERHAM, MN with about 36 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 4 teachers, PERHAM AREA LEARNING CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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 PERHAM AREA LEARNING CENTER (PALC), located in Perham, Minnesota, operates as an alternative educational facility within the Perham-Dent Public Schools district. It is specifically designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment. By offering a flexible curriculum and personalized instruction, the center focuses on helping students overcome academic or personal challenges to stay on track toward graduation.

The center emphasizes a student-centered approach, providing smaller class sizes and individualized attention that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth. Beyond core academic requirements, the PALC serves as a vital resource for students seeking a supportive community that prioritizes credit recovery, social-emotional development, and career readiness, ensuring that every student has a viable pathway to earning their high school diploma.

For more information, contact PERHAM AREA LEARNING CENTER at (218) 346-6502 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.