Prior Lake-Savage Area ALC
75 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The Prior Lake-Savage Area Area Learning Center (ALC) is a specialized educational facility within the Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools district designed to provide flexible, personalized learning pathways for students who may not thrive in a traditional classroom setting. Serving students in grades 9–12, the ALC focuses on credit recovery, academic support, and individual growth, offering an environment that caters to diverse learning styles and unique scheduling needs. The program is committed to helping students stay on track for graduation by providing a smaller, more intimate setting where instructors can offer tailored guidance and mentorship.
Beyond its focus on core academics, the ALC emphasizes the social-emotional development and post-secondary preparation of its students. By fostering a supportive and inclusive community, the center aims to remove barriers to education and empower students to overcome challenges. The facility serves as a vital resource for the district, ensuring that all students—regardless of their personal circumstances or academic history—have equitable access to the tools, resources, and encouragement necessary to earn their diploma and prepare for future success.
Beyond its focus on core academics, the ALC emphasizes the social-emotional development and post-secondary preparation of its students. By fostering a supportive and inclusive community, the center aims to remove barriers to education and empower students to overcome challenges. The facility serves as a vital resource for the district, ensuring that all students—regardless of their personal circumstances or academic history—have equitable access to the tools, resources, and encouragement necessary to earn their diploma and prepare for future success.
75
Total Students
8.6
Full-Time Teachers
8.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 46 |
| Hispanic | 7 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 6 |
| American Indian | 6 |
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White46 (61.3%)
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Hispanic7 (9.3%)
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Asian6 (8.0%)
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Two or More6 (8.0%)
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American Indian6 (8.0%)
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Black4 (5.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | Yes |
| District: | Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools |
| Phone: | (952)226-0843 |
| Website: | http://www.plsas.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 75 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 8.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 24 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 5 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
1
Grade 10
9
Grade 11
30
Grade 12
35
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 1 |
| Grade 10 | 9 |
| Grade 11 | 30 |
| Grade 12 | 35 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 40 | 53.3% |
| Male | 35 | 46.7% |
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