School Overview
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.
88
Total Students
11.4
Full-Time Teachers
7.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Freshwater Education District ALC
Demographic Student Count
White72
Hispanic10
Two or More5
American Indian1
  • White
    72 (81.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    10 (11.4 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (5.7 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: Yes
District: Freshwater Education District
Phone: (218)631-3505
Website: http://www.fed.k12.mn.us
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 88
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 11.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.7
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 54
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Grade 7 1
Grade 8 6
Grade 9 13
Grade 10 25
Grade 11 22
Grade 12 21

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Freshwater Education District ALC
Grade Student Count
Grade 71
Grade 86
Grade 913
Grade 1025
Grade 1122
Grade 1221
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Freshwater Education District ALC
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female4045.5%
Male4854.5%