The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (17-18)
17 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(17-18)n/a
2%
Asian
(17-18)5%
7%
Hispanic
(17-18)n/a
9%
Black
(17-18)n/a
11%
White
(17-18)89%
67%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(17-18)6%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
41%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mankato Area Night School?
17 students attend Mankato Area Night School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mankato Area Night School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What grades does Mankato Area Night School offer ?
Mankato Area Night School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mankato Area Night School part of?
Mankato Area Night School is part of Mankato Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Mankato Area Night School located?
Mankato Area Night School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Mankato, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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