Serving 36 students in grades 7-12, Central Lakes Adventure School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Lakes Adventure School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Central Lakes Adventure School's student population of 36 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Lakes Adventure School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Lakes Adventure School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1166 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
86%
60%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Lakes Adventure School's ranking?
Central Lakes Adventure School is ranked #1166 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Central Lakes Adventure School often compared to?
Central Lakes Adventure Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pillager Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Lakes Adventure School?
The graduation rate of Central Lakes Adventure School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Central Lakes Adventure School?
36 students attend Central Lakes Adventure School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Central Lakes Adventure School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Central Lakes Adventure School offer ?
Central Lakes Adventure School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Lakes Adventure School part of?
Central Lakes Adventure School is part of Central Lakes Adventure School District.
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