MIDDLE LEVEL ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM

BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
311 10TH AVE NE
BRAINERD, MN 56401
15 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
The Middle Level Alternative Program (MLAP) in Brainerd, Minnesota, is a specialized educational environment operating under the Brainerd Public Schools (ISD 181). It is designed to serve middle school students who may benefit from a non-traditional setting compared to a large, comprehensive middle school. The program focuses on providing a personalized approach to learning, helping students who may be struggling with social-emotional challenges, behavioral concerns, or difficulty navigating the standard academic environment to find a path toward success.

The curriculum is structured to align with district standards while emphasizing smaller class sizes and individualized instruction. By fostering a supportive and flexible atmosphere, the program aims to re-engage students in their education, improve attendance, and ensure they stay on track for graduation. Located at the district's Alternative Education Center, the program serves as a vital bridge for students, providing the extra guidance and specialized resources necessary to build both academic confidence and essential life skills.
15
Total Students
2.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
66.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    14 (93.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (6.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: Yes
District: BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (218)454-5400
Website: http://www.isd181.org/aec/
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 15
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 2.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 9
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 2
Grade 8 13
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
FORESTVIEW MIDDLE
BRAINERD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1,790 Students
12149 KNOLLWOOD DR
BAXTER, MN 56425 (5.5 miles away)
Middle School 5th - 8th