Alc Independent Study serves 128 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alc Independent Study's student population of 128 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
128 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alc Independent Study is 0.56, 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
43:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
10%
12%
White
64%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Alc Independent Study is 30-34%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Alc Independent Study?
128 students attend Alc Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Alc Independent Study students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alc Independent Study?
Alc Independent Study has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
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 Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Alc Independent Study located?
Alc Independent Study is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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