New London Alternative School serves 18 students in grades 9-12.
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 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New London Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
New London Alternative School's student population of 18 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of New London Alternative School is 0.30, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 New London Alternative School?
The graduation rate of New London Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 81%.
How many students attend New London Alternative School?
18 students attend New London Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of New London Alternative School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New London Alternative School?
New London Alternative School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does New London Alternative School offer ?
New London Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New London Alternative School part of?
New London Alternative School is part of New London-Spicer School District.
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