Benson Area Learning Center
PublicHighGrades 7–12Alternative Education School
1400 Montana Ave, Benson, MN 56215 · (320) 843-2710 · Part of Benson Public School District
Students
13
Students per teacher
26:1
Free or reduced lunch
54%
Setting
Rural
Grades
7–12
What stands out about Benson Area Learning Center
- Math proficiency 20 pts below the state
- Reading / language arts 56 pts below the state
- Larger classes: 26:1 students per teacher
- Enrollment down 27.8% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency24.5%
State average 44.3%
Reading / language arts-3%
State average 52.5%
Location
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1400 Montana Ave, Benson
Students
Enrollment by grade
Grade 101
Grade 118
Grade 124
Enrollment over time
18’20
21’21
25’22
14’23
13’24
Down 27.8% since 2020.
Who goes here
White 46%Hispanic 31%Black 8%Asian 8%Two or more races 8%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.