Serving 70 students in grades 7-12, Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased's student population of 70 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
70 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1166 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
16%
2%
Hispanic
27%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
50%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased's ranking?
Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased is ranked #1166 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased?
The graduation rate of Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased is 60-64%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased?
70 students attend Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased?
Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased offer ?
Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased part of?
Mn River Valley Alc-seatbased is part of Mn River Valley Education School District.
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