Serving 277 students in grades 9-12, Highview Alc 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highview Alc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highview Alc's student population of 277 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highview Alc is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
31%
12%
Black
38%
12%
White
14%
60%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highview Alc?
The graduation rate of Highview Alc is 50-54%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Highview Alc?
277 students attend Highview Alc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Highview Alc students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highview Alc?
Highview Alc has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highview Alc offer ?
Highview Alc offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highview Alc part of?
Highview Alc is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
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