Beacon Alp serves 198 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Alp ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Beacon Alp's student population of 198 students has grown by 44% 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
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beacon Alp is 0.72, 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)
≤20%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
41%
11%
Black
27%
12%
White
21%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Beacon Alp?
The graduation rate of Beacon Alp is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Beacon Alp?
198 students attend Beacon Alp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Beacon Alp students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Beacon Alp offer ?
Beacon Alp offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Beacon Alp part of?
Beacon Alp is part of Bloomington Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Alp located?
Beacon Alp is located in the East Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in East Bloomington.
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