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, with varying academic performance and outcomes.
Falls Elementary stands out as a strong performer, with higher proficiency rates than the International Falls School District and state averages in math, reading, and science. The school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.1 may contribute to its academic success, though it serves a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 48.85% qualifying for free/reduced lunch.
In contrast, Falls Secondary has seen a significant decline in its statewide ranking, from 133 out of 472 schools in 2021-2022 to 299 out of 480 schools in 2023-2024. The school's proficiency rates are lower than the state averages in math, reading, and science across most grade levels. The Independent School District (ISD) 361 - Alternative Learning Center Program, despite serving a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students, has a 0% dropout rate, though its 4-year graduation rate of 53.8% is significantly lower than the 85.1% rate at Falls Secondary.
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