Kokesh Area Learning Center serves 28 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 76%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kokesh Area Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Kokesh Area Learning Center's student population of 28 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kokesh Area Learning Center is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
76%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
53%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
25%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Onamia Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 76% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kokesh Area Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Kokesh Area Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kokesh Area Learning Center?
28 students attend Kokesh Area Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kokesh Area Learning Center students are American Indian, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kokesh Area Learning Center?
Kokesh Area Learning Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kokesh Area Learning Center offer ?
Kokesh Area Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kokesh Area Learning Center part of?
Kokesh Area Learning Center is part of Onamia Public School District.
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