Serving 52 students in grades 9-12, River Valley Academy 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Valley Academy Alc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
River Valley Academy Alc's student population of 52 students has grown by 550% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering student growth through collaborative education.
School Rankings
The diversity score of River Valley Academy Alc is 0.38, which is less 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)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
77%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)100%
31.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Valley Academy Alc?
The graduation rate of River Valley Academy Alc is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend River Valley Academy Alc?
52 students attend River Valley Academy Alc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of River Valley Academy Alc students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley Academy Alc?
River Valley Academy Alc has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Valley Academy Alc offer ?
River Valley Academy Alc offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Valley Academy Alc part of?
River Valley Academy Alc is part of Hiawatha Valley Education School District.
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