Serving 68 students in grades 7-12, Guadalupe Alternative Programs ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guadalupe Alternative Programs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Guadalupe Alternative Programs's student population of 68 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (07-08)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Guadalupe Alternative Programs is 0.74, 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)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
38%
7%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
15%
12%
White
9%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Guadalupe Alternative Programs often compared to?
Guadalupe Alternative Programsis often viewed alongside schools like Rivereast Program, Como Park Elementary School, Como Park Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Guadalupe Alternative Programs?
The graduation rate of Guadalupe Alternative Programs is 20-29%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Guadalupe Alternative Programs?
68 students attend Guadalupe Alternative Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Guadalupe Alternative Programs students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Guadalupe Alternative Programs offer ?
Guadalupe Alternative Programs offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Guadalupe Alternative Programs part of?
Guadalupe Alternative Programs is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Guadalupe Alternative Programs located?
Guadalupe Alternative Programs is located in the Concord Robert neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Concord Robert.
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