Serving 32 students in grades 9-12, Hastings Alternative Center ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hastings Alternative Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Hastings Alternative Center's student population of 32 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Hastings Alternative Center ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hastings Alternative Center is 0.64, 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
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
53%
60%
Two or more races
25%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
8%
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 Hastings Alternative Center's ranking?
Hastings Alternative Center is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hastings Alternative Center?
The graduation rate of Hastings Alternative Center is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hastings Alternative Center?
32 students attend Hastings Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hastings Alternative Center students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hastings Alternative Center?
Hastings Alternative Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hastings Alternative Center offer ?
Hastings Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hastings Alternative Center part of?
Hastings Alternative Center is part of Hastings Public School District.
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