Summary:
The city of International Falls, Minnesota is home to 3 schools, including 1 elementary school, 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative learning center), and no middle schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population and demonstrate a range of academic performance.
Falls Elementary stands out as a strong performer, with 41.4% of students proficient or better in Math and 51.08% proficient or better in Reading, outpacing both the International Falls School District and the state averages. The school also benefits from a lower student-teacher ratio of 12.1, compared to 17.2 at Falls Secondary. In contrast, Falls Secondary lags behind the state in Math and Reading proficiency, suggesting room for improvement in the secondary school's curriculum and support systems.
The Independent School District (ISD) 361 - Alternative Learning Center Program stands out for its strong graduation rates and low dropout rates, both at 84.2% and 4.4% respectively in 2023-2024. This indicates the program is effectively supporting and retaining its students, despite the challenges often faced by alternative schools. The higher free/reduced lunch rates at the elementary and alternative schools suggest these institutions serve a more economically disadvantaged student population, which may impact their academic outcomes.
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