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Northern Lights Academy

600 Bruce St
Crookston, MN 56716
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Northern Lights Academy serves 8 students in grades 6-12. 
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 8 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Northern Lights Academy's student population of 8 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher

School Rankings

The diversity score of Northern Lights Academy is 0.41, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
13%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
(14-15)
<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (99-00)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Northern Lights Academy?
The graduation rate of Northern Lights Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Northern Lights Academy?
8 students attend Northern Lights Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Northern Lights Academy students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Northern Lights Academy offer ?
Northern Lights Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Lights Academy part of?
Northern Lights Academy is part of Crookston Public School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 8 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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