Alc Independent Study serves 11 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alc Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Alc Independent Study's student population of 11 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alc Independent Study is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
9%
12%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
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 Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Alc Independent Study is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alc Independent Study?
11 students attend Alc Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Alc Independent Study students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Black.
What grades does Alc Independent Study offer ?
Alc Independent Study offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alc Independent Study part of?
Alc Independent Study is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools School District.
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