Nla-carlton serves 31 students in grades 4-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nla-carlton's student population of 31 students has grown by 121% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nla-carlton is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nla-carlton?
31 students attend Nla-carlton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Nla-carlton students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nla-carlton?
Nla-carlton has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nla-carlton offer ?
Nla-carlton offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Nla-carlton part of?
Nla-carlton is part of Northern Lights Academy Cooperative School District.
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