Freshwater Education District ALC
88 Students
High School 6th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 72 |
| Hispanic | 10 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White72 (81.8 %)
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Hispanic10 (11.4 %)
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Two or More5 (5.7 %)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 1 |
| Grade 8 | 6 |
| Grade 9 | 13 |
| Grade 10 | 25 |
| Grade 11 | 22 |
| Grade 12 | 21 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 40 | 45.5% |
| Male | 48 | 54.5% |
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