Alc Gateway To College serves 146 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 37:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- 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 146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alc Gateway To College is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. 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
37:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
21%
11%
Black
40%
12%
White
13%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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?
146 students attend Alc Gateway To College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Alc Gateway To College students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alc Gateway To College?
Alc Gateway To College has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
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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