The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (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 72%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (17-18)
23 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≤20%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
72%
Asian
(17-18)8%
7%
Hispanic
(17-18)13%
9%
Black
(17-18)22%
11%
White
(17-18)53%
67%
Two or more races
(17-18)4%
4%
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
17%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
33%
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 56% MN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of District 287 - Alc - I.s.?
The graduation rate of District 287 - Alc - I.s. is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend District 287 - Alc - I.s.?
23 students attend District 287 - Alc - I.s..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of District 287 - Alc - I.s. students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does District 287 - Alc - I.s. offer ?
District 287 - Alc - I.s. offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is District 287 - Alc - I.s. part of?
District 287 - Alc - I.s. is part of Intermediate School District 287.
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