Alc Gateway To College serves 143 students in grades 8-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alc Gateway To College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alc Gateway To College's student population of 143 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
143 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Alc Gateway To College is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1

American Indian
8%
2%

Asian
12%
7%

Hispanic
27%
12%

Black
32%
12%

White
11%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
35-39%
84%

Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Alc Gateway To College?
The graduation rate of Alc Gateway To College is 35-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alc Gateway To College?
143 students attend Alc Gateway To College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Alc Gateway To College students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alc Gateway To College?
Alc Gateway To College has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alc Gateway To College offer ?
Alc Gateway To College offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Alc Gateway To College part of?
Alc Gateway To College is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Alc Gateway To College located?
Alc Gateway To College is located in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 4 other public schools located in Cathedral Hill.
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